Indian Mythology

This collection of Shakti stories celebrates the power and grace of the divine feminine, exploring different aspects of goddesses in Indian mythology.

All it took was one look. And they were in love... Princess Hemangini is mesmerised by Prince Devendra when she falls into his arms while rushing across the royal gardens. The Prince of Indrapuri is amazed that the Princess of Mahendrapuri is even more beautiful and graceful than what the visiting bards sang in praise of her. Their mutual attraction blooms into love and they decide to get married. Tying the knot is easy, but consummating the marriage is another matter altogether. As their love and passion draw them towards each other, Devendra’s mother, Queen Kanchana Devi, keeps throwing...

The 12 sacred Jyotirlingas represent Shiva’s presence on earth. This story takes listeners on a journey to these holy shrines, highlighting their spiritual significance.

Este libro ofrece una guía completa de los acontecimientos que dan forma a la mitología india. Desde la creación del universo hasta guerras celestiales y la reencarnación, la mitología de la India aborda enigmáticos cuentos ancestrales, creación y espiritualidad. La mitología india no es una simple cuestión del pasado. Los festivales contemporáneos, celebraciones, cultos, música, bailes, poesía, películas y televisión pueden representar o incluir aspectos de la mitología india. También es un tema de interés para aquellos que la estudian o la practican.

GREAT LEADERS CANNOT AFFORD TO BE GOOD MEN. 1986: Old scores settled, U.S. President Temple must consolidate control over a volatile nation and a changing world. A nuclear explosion in far-off Russia, political shifts in Western Europe, the AIDS virus... amid the disarray, three former allies refuse to cede command over the oil sector. The Kingsleys, the Sheppards, and the Barronses have united under the woman Temple once thought of as his daughter. Neither she nor the decorated Navy SEAL who used to be her childhood sweetheart will concede. Then there’s the American aristocrat she’s ...

GREED MAKES MEN ADMIT TO CRIMES THEY DON’T HAVE THE BRAINS TO COMMIT. The ’nineties loom. The Cold War is ending, and an information revolution is on its way. Freedom remains under attack... in death threats to writers, in the brutal crushing of political protests. Just as Temple concludes his time in the White House, the oil empire he built falls into the hands of a criminal. His allies—the Kingsleys, the Sheppards, and the Barronses—are once again at war. Temple’s chosen heir, the woman he thinks of as his daughter, is on the run. A pretender—Steven Kingsley—now sits on her ...

Follow the childhood and early years of Rama, the ideal prince destined for greatness. This story depicts his virtues, adventures, and the path that shapes him into a beloved hero of Indian mythology.

Charles Eastman is unique among Indian writers, whether storytellers or oral historians. He was raised traditionally, as a Woodland Sioux, by his grandmother, from 1858 to 1874, until he was 15. He thus gained a thorough first-hand knowledge of the lifeways, language, culture, and oral history. His father (thought to have been hanged at Mankato, Minnesota) reappeared and insisted he receive the white man's education.

The Lenape, or Delaware, Indian tribe was native to the Eastern Seaboard, however pressure from European settlement forced them west, first to Ohio and then to Indiana. On the eve of the War of 1812 the tribe occupied several villages along the White River what would become the East Central region of the State of Indiana. They had migrated into the area in the mid 1790's and would remain until about 1818 when they were forced further west. The Lenape Tribe in Indiana relates their history, mythology, lifestyle as well as the chiefs that lived in Indiana during this time.

A SINGLE LIE COULD WIN THE WAR WITHOUT SHEDDING A DROP OF BLOOD. The chaotic ’eighties... political assassinations, drug wars, the computer revolution... Jared Sanders, the criminal oilman, is inches away from controlling the White House. His old nemesis, Senator Temple, stands in the way. This time, the senator is not alone. The heirs of the three oldest clans in the oil business join Temple. An aspiring lawyer with her eye on a supreme court seat, a Navy SEAL with a target on his back, and a dashing blueblood from New York City. Together, they could defeat the enemy without firing a ...

Charles Alexander Eastman (1858-1939) was a mixed-blood Sioux. He became one of the best known Indians of his time, receiving a bachelor of science degree from Dartmouth in 1887 and a medical degree from Boston University three years later.

Lord Shiva is the supreme consciousness in Hinduism. This book is a fictional story based on keeping the faith in Shiva. Nisha is the daughter of the demon king. She wants to expand her father's kingdom on earth from hell and wants people to follow depravity in their lives. To fulfill her evil desire, Nisha starts bribing people to accept her dominance over goodness. She has a white electrifying crystal ball which she uses to persuade people to become a slave of darkness. Only people with a great belief system can stop her. Nisha's life turns when she meets the Joshi family, who was a ...

Star-Touched Stories by Roshani Chokshi combines three lush and adventurous stories in the Star-Touched World. Death and Night - He was Lord of Death, cursed never to love. She was Night incarnate, destined to stay alone. After a meeting, they wonder if, perhaps, they could be meant for more. Poison and Gold - Now that her wish for a choice has come true, Aasha struggles to control her powers. Rose and Sword - There is a tale whispered in the dark of the Empire of Bharat-Jain. A tale of a bride who loses her bridegroom on the eve of her wedding.

Veda Vyasa is the revered sage who composed the epic Mahabharata, one of the longest and most profound epics in the world. This Amar Chitra Katha tells the inspiring story of Vyasa's life—from his divine birth to his work as a storyteller and philosopher. Known as the one who structured the Vedas, Vyasa's legacy goes beyond literature, influencing Hindu philosophy and guiding generations in their pursuit of wisdom. Through his tales and teachings, Vyasa’s profound insights reveal the timeless values of dharma (righteousness), karma (action), and devotion.

From Conan Doyle and Rudyard Kipling to Satyajit Ray and R. K. Narayan, this text is a collection of spine-chilling tales of the supernatural from India.

Kartikeya, the god of war and victory, leads battles against demonic forces. This story highlights his valor, wisdom and the lessons he brings as a warrior deity.

Insightful, telling, ironic, and moving, 14 Native-American legends reflect a nomadic non-property-owning culture, with a reverence for all things natural.

“DWARAKA CITY WILL BE SUBMERGED, AND ADHARMA WILL PREVAIL!” Traumatised by the death of his parents, Avnesh is transported to an undiscovered realm each time he sleeps. Only to wake up and have a panic attack. Following the clues from his parents' research on Kalki, he arrives in Dwaraka city along with Lakshmi, his first love. While the search continues, he struggles to stay awake, too weak to take another blow. If the mystery behind the death of his parents is to be unravelled, Avnesh must sleep and face the truth about his dreams! Will Avnesh succeed? Will he wake up? Is Avnesh ...

Fifteen Indian tales told in wigwams and around camp fires back in the day about the exploits and adventures of Indians on the American plains in search of buffalo, war parties, brave women and men, successes and failures, glory and renown.

Follow the adventures of Hanuman, the loyal devotee of Rama, known for his strength, devotion, and courage. His story is one of faith and heroism.