The Story of Manu ( Murty Classical Library )
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The Story of Manu ( Murty Classical Library )

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Discover the epic tale of Manu, the first human, in this masterful translation of Allasani Peddana’s 16th-century Telugu classic. Explore themes of kingship, desire, and cosmic creation in the Vijayanagara Empire. A must-read for lovers of Indian literature and history. ISBN: 9780674427822

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  • ISBN-13: 9780674427822
  • Publisher: Harvard University Press
  • Binding: Paperback
  • No of Pages: 602
  • ISBN-10: 0674427823
  • Publisher Date: January, 2015
  • Language: English

20 reviews for The Story of Manu ( Murty Classical Library )

  1. Subhankar Baral –

    A good exploration into ancient text. Though some time it felt lengthy

  2. Abhijeet Kumar –

    A little slow-moving for my taste, but the story is interesting enough to keep you going. I’d recommend it.

  3. Jay Chandani –

    The Story of Manu is really a great story, a bit lengthy but a masterpiece!

  4. Avni Saran –

    I found it hard to connect with the characters. Maybe it’s just not my genre.

  5. Mansi Bharti –

    Manu’s tale is an important piece of history. A must-read for those interested in Indian history and mythology.

  6. Vaishnavi Rana –

    The story is rich and complex, and the translation is excellent. I learned a lot about Indian culture.

  7. Suzal Raj –

    I found it hard to connect with the ancient text.

  8. Varun Mittal –

    I struggled with some of the more philosophical sections. A challenging but ultimately rewarding read.

  9. Nipun Jain –

    Amazing book! This translation makes the story very easy to enjoy. I recommend to everyone

  10. Suryansh Gautam –

    Story of Manu is so good, everyone should know about it.

  11. Shivani Ghaloth –

    A fascinating glimpse into Telugu literature, but the archaic language was a bit challenging at times. Still, a worthwhile read.

  12. Shyam Sundar Mishra –

    Peddana’s Manu is a classic for a reason! This translation is excellent and brings the story to life. Highly recommended.

  13. Sonika Vashisht –

    An eye opening story of Manu and his journey.

  14. Shubham Srivastava –

    The Story of Manu is a great exploration of kingship and desire. Translation quality is top-notch.

  15. Rudra Pratap Singh –

    Worth it for the history, but not a page-turner.

  16. Himanshi –

    A bit dense but rewarding. The cultural context really shines through. I needed to reread some parts.

  17. Shahbaz J Sheikh –

    I enjoyed learning about Manu, but found some sections a bit slow-paced. Overall, a good introduction to classical Indian literature.

  18. Vinai Aggarwal –

    I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I was pleasantly surprised. Manu’s story is engaging and thought-provoking.

  19. Sanchita Agarwal –

    The translation is superb, and the story is captivating. A true gem from Indian literature. I loved it!

  20. Vineet Chaudhary –

    A wonderful introduction to Telugu literature. The notes were helpful in understanding the cultural nuances.

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