Mahabharata by Vyasa: The epic of ancient India condensed into English verse

The Mahabharata, traditionally attributed to the sage Vyasa, is one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India, composed around 400 BCE to 400 CE. This condensed English verse version by Romesh C. Dutt captures the essence of the epic, which narrates the story of the Kurukshetra War between the Kauravas and Pandavas. Beyond the narrative, it explores profound philosophical themes, including the four goals of life: dharma, artha, kama, and moksha, making it a significant work in Indian literature and philosophy.