Book name: War of Lanka
Series: Ram Chandra series
Author: Amish Tripathi
Genre: Mythological fiction
Language: English
About The Book
"War of Lanka" is a book in the Ram Chandra series, written by Indian author Amish Tripathi. The series is a retelling of the Hindu epic Ramayana but with a more contemporary twist and different interpretations of some of the characters and events.
"War of Lanka" specifically focuses on the final battle between the forces of Lord Ram and the demon king Ravana, which takes place in the city of Lanka. The book explores themes of good versus evil, loyalty, love, and the importance of duty and honor.
It is by a well-known author in India, known for his popular Shiva Trilogy, which consists of "The Immortals of Meluha," "The Secret of the Nagas," and "The Oath of the Vayuputras." His books often mix mythology and history with modern storytelling techniques, making them popular with both Indian and international readers.
About The Author
Amish Tripathi is an Indian author, known for his bestselling books in the historical and mythological fiction genres. He was born on October 18, 1974, in Mumbai, India, and graduated from the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta.
Tripathi gained widespread recognition with his debut novel, "The Immortals of Meluha," the first book in the Shiva Trilogy series, which was published in 2010. The series went on to become a commercial success, and its subsequent books, "The Secret of the Nagas" and "The Oath of the Vayuputras," also became bestsellers.
Tripathi has since authored several other books, including "The Ram Chandra" series, which includes "Scion of Ikshvaku," "Sita: Warrior of Mithila," and "Raavan: Enemy of Aryavarta." His books have been translated into several languages, and he has won numerous awards for his work, including the Crossword Book Award and the Raymond Crossword Popular Choice Award.
Tripathi is known for his unique style of blending mythology, history, and philosophy with modern storytelling techniques. His books have been praised for their engaging plotlines, well-developed characters, and thought-provoking themes. He is considered to be one of the most successful Indian authors of his time.
How is Amish's Ram Chandra Series Different From Valmiki's Ramayana?
Amish Tripathi's Ram Chandra series is a modern retelling of the ancient Indian epic Ramayana, which was written by the sage Valmiki. While the basic plot and characters of both stories are the same, there are some significant differences between the two.
Firstly, Amish's Ram Chandra series portrays characters with more complex personalities and motivations than in the original Ramayana. For example, in the Ram Chandra series, Lord Ram is depicted as a more human and flawed character who struggles with doubt and insecurity, while Ravana is portrayed with more depth, making the reader empathize with him as well.
Secondly, the Ram Chandra series has a much more modern feel and addresses contemporary issues such as caste, gender, and politics, which were not explicitly dealt with in the original Ramayana.
Thirdly, Amish's writing style is more fast-paced and action-oriented than Valmiki's Ramayana, with a greater emphasis on battles and war strategy. The Ram Chandra series is also written in a more colloquial and accessible language, making it easier for a modern audience to relate to.
Overall, while both Valmiki's Ramayana and Amish Tripathi's Ram Chandra series are based on the same mythological story, the Ram Chandra series offers a more 21st-century type, complex, and action-oriented interpretation of the epic tale.
My View
Amish provides an insightful context to the age-old epic of Ramayana. That’s what I cherish about Amish’s writings. He creates a story that already exists into a story of his own. All the characters have similar attributes as mentioned in the actual Ramayana, with a little of the Amish twist in the story as well as contemporary scenes with modern slang as well.
Although the book has seen many controversies, that only signals its popularity and authority in the industry.
If you are thinking about starting it, start with the first book ‘Scion of Ikshvaku' followed by ‘Sita: Warrior of Mithila’ then ‘Raavan: Enemy of Aryavarta’, and finally ‘War of Lanka’. It may seem like a lot of books but I assure you, it’s worth it. This series is like a one-time experience in life, which you may even want to read again and again.
Written by - Anushka Dabhade
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