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Tiger at Twilight and Cyclones

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SKU: 9780143068556

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Dive into Roberto Calasso’s “Tiger at Twilight and Cyclones,” a captivating exploration of Indian mythology and its profound impact on our world. Calasso masterfully weaves ancient tales with modern insights, revealing the enduring power of myth. Explore themes of creation, destruction, and the cyclical nature of existence in this thought-provoking journey. Perfect for readers interested in mythology, philosophy, and literary masterpieces.

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780143068556
  • Publisher: Penguin Books India Pvt Ltd
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Weight: 302 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0143068555
  • Publisher Date: 08 Mar 2010
  • Height: 199 mm
  • No of Pages: 360
  • Spine Width: 22 mm
  • Width: 133 mm

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Weight 0.5 kg

14 reviews for Tiger at Twilight and Cyclones

  1. Roshan Antony

    I wanted more clarity. While Calasso’s ideas are intriguing, the book felt disjointed at times. Overall, I am glad that I read it.

  2. Nitish Kumar

    Dense but rewarding. ‘Tiger at Twilight’ demands attention, but the effort is repaid with profound ideas about myths. I especially liked the section about destruction.

  3. Mohd. Aqdas

    Beautifully written, but I struggled to connect with the material. Might be better for those already familiar with Indian mythology. Overall, I enjoyed it.

  4. Aditi Saxena

    An intellectual journey! This book expanded my mind. Not a quick read, but highly recommended if you want to dive deep into mythology.

  5. Ankit Parsoya

    A unique perspective! Calasso is very insightful, though some of his arguments seemed like a reach. Still, a thought-provoking book.

  6. Atharva M Deshkar

    I wanted to love this more. The writing is beautiful, but I found myself getting lost in the details. Good if you want to challenge yourself.

  7. Revat Mehra

    A unique exploration. ‘Tiger at Twilight’ offers a fresh perspective on ancient myths. Requires focus but delivers valuable insight.

  8. Revat Mehra

    I appreciated the attempt, but this didn’t quite click for me. The concepts were interesting, but the execution was not. Still, a good effort.

  9. Shivam Vashisth

    A masterpiece. The way Calasso weaves together ancient tales and modern thought is simply stunning. This will stay with me for a long time.

  10. M Amez Khair

    Calasso’s insights are profound, and I liked his analysis of myths, but found it hard to follow at times. Overall, a fascinating read.

  11. Prishita Mohanty

    Calasso’s writing is dense and beautiful. I will need to reread it to fully grasp its depth. Worth it if you are interested in the topic.

  12. Priya Rai

    Calasso’s exploration is intricate and fascinating. Not an easy read, but certainly one that will stay with you. The cyclical nature of existence is well-portrayed.

  13. Suryansh Kanojia

    Intriguing and complex! ‘Tiger at Twilight’ offers a rich tapestry of ideas. It required a bit of patience, but I appreciated it.

  14. Akash Kumar Singh

    A fascinating read! Calasso’s insights are brilliant, but sometimes the connections felt a bit abstract. Still, a worthwhile exploration of Indian mythology.

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