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15 Indian Mythology Books For Fans Of Epics And Folklore

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Indian mythology, or Hindu mythology, has been a subject of debate for years. It draws its origins from ancient epics and legends, whose existence has never been definitively proven. And perhaps that’s the essence of mythology, stories rooted in folklore, oscillating between belief and fiction. While some see these tales as imaginative narratives, others hold them sacred, diving deep into epics like the Mahabharata and the Ramayana to find inspiration and lessons for life.

The Vedas and Puranas are the ancient texts that form the bedrock of this mythology. While the spiritual significance of these texts may be questionable, they do have a certain value as vehicles for philosophical growth, understanding the cosmos, and moral guidance. Even those who may not believe in the concept of the divine trinity often understand the idea of Brahma (underpinning the entire universe) as a symbol of the ultimate reality, the present.

Whatever your perspective, if you’ve found yourself here, it’s likely that a part of you is intrigued by Indian mythology. And to help you explore this fascinating world, I’ve curated a list of 15 remarkable books based on Hindu mythology!

15 Best Indian Mythology Books To Read

Myth = Mithya By Devdutt Pattanaik

Myth = Mithya

Myth = Mithya

₹299

Of course, if Indian mythology is the central topic, there is no way Devdutt Pattanaik (the #1 mythologist of India) would not be a part of it. His Myth = Mithya is a pocket-sized handbook that decodes the story based on Shiva and Shankara, the popular phallic symbol, and a queer story from Hindu lore. The book is segregated into three parts, featuring the gods and goddesses from the Vedas and the Puranas. 

Goodreads Rating: 3.8

Number of Pages: 232

Publishing Year: 2014

The Man From The Egg By Sudha Murthy

The Man from the Egg: Unusual Tales about the Trinity

The Man from the Egg: Unusual Tales about the Trinity

₹200

Sudha Murthy's The Man From The Egg from her Unusual Tales About The Trinity answers intriguing questions like "Do Gods Cheat?", "Why do snakes have a forked tongue?" and "Why does Shiva sport a crescent moon on his head?" Each short story will teleport you to the magical, divine world. 

Goodreads Rating: 4.3

Number of Pages: 200

Publishing Year: 2017

The Palace of Illusions By Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni

The Palace of Illusions (10th Anniversary Edition)

The Palace of Illusions (10th Anniversary Edition)

₹899

The Palace of Illusions is one of the most popular novels written by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni that talks about a woman born into a man's world. It takes you through the point of view of Panchaali, the wife of five Pandava brothers. She is shown as a friend of the mysterious Krishna. The book is an end-to-end story of her life, from birth till death, which also revolves around her secret attraction towards her husbands' dangerous enemy. 

Goodreads Rating: 4.2

Number of Pages: 384

Publishing Year: 2019

ASURA: Tale of the Vanquished By Anand Neelakantan

ASURA: Tale of the Vanquished

ASURA: Tale of the Vanquished

₹599

The story of Rama and his unwavering adherence to Dharma (righteousness) has always been told loud and clear countless times. But this one is different. It is about the Asura (Ravana) who was slain by Rama, whose death is celebrated every year. The book is basically told from the eyes of Asuras, the oppressed outcastes of India, how their empire got almost shattered, saved, and got shattered again. 

Goodreads Rating: 3.7

Number of Pages: 504

Publishing Year: 2012

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The Hidden Hindu By Akshat Gupta

The Hidden Hindu (Book 1)

The Hidden Hindu (Book 1)

₹250

The Hidden Hindu is a captivating trilogy written by Akshat Gupta, which is primarily a fiction novel revolving around ancient mythology. Prithvi is the major character from the story who is in deep search for Om Shastri, a middle-aged Shiva devotee who was transported to a secluded Indian island and has claimed to witness all four yugas. But who is he, and why was he captured? That's what the book is saving for you!

Goodreads Rating: 4.5

Number of Pages: 256

Publishing Year: 2021

The Sati Series By Koral Dasgupta

Ahalya: The Sati Series

Ahalya: The Sati Series

₹399

The Sati Series by Koral Dasgupta is a set of five books that takes you through the lives of pancha kanyas from the Indian mythology: Ahalya, Kunti, Draupadi, Mandodari, and Tara. All of them had partners other than their husbands, and yet they are revered as the purest, most enlightened women. 

Goodreads Rating: 3.7

Number of Pages: 216 (Ahalya)

Publishing Year: 2020 (Ahalya)

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Mahagatha By Satyarth Nayak

Mahagatha: 100 Tales from the Puranas

Mahagatha: 100 Tales from the Puranas

₹599

Mahagatha was published in 2022, and it quickly became one of the most popular Indian mythology books. It has 100 greatest mythological tales, including the lesser-known ones, all compiled with illustrations. The author recounted them in chronological order, from Satya Yuga to Kali Yuga. All the stories are interconnected, showing the cause and effect of the deeds, linked to the karmic cycle. 

Goodreads Rating: 4.4

Number of Pages: 436

Publishing Year: 2022

NAMAHA By Abhishek Singh

NAMAHA - Stories From The Land Of Gods And Goddesses

NAMAHA - Stories From The Land Of Gods And Goddesses

₹1299

NAMAHA - Stories from the land of gods and goddesses, is yet another illustrated Indian mythology book consisting of short stories that will transport you straight to the fantastical world, deciphering symbols and layer after layer of being a human. It will have readers get closer to the culture and traditions by getting exposed to ancient Indian literature; the book is basically a spiritual ride worth taking!

Goodreads Rating: 4.5

Number of Pages: 120

Publishing Year: 2019

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Dharma Artha Kama Moksha By Devdutt Pattanaik

Dharma Artha Kama Moksha : 40 Insights for Happiness

Dharma Artha Kama Moksha : 40 Insights for Happiness

₹299

Dharma Artha Kama Moksha are looked at as the four goals of human life in Hindu philosophy: Righteousness, wealth, desire, and spiritual fulfillment. In this book, Devdutt Pattanaik provides us with a lucid guide on these four objectives by delving into 40 insights for happiness. It is like a window to your soul; truly a work of art!

Goodreads Rating: 3.9

Number of Pages: 216

Publishing Year: 2021

Ramayana Unravelled By Ami Ganatra

Ramayana Unravelled

Ramayana Unravelled

₹599

As a Hindu child, I’ve been asked to read, re-read, watch, and re-watch Ramayana—always encouraged to make Rama my role model for how he unwaveringly chose Dharma above all else. In her book, Ami Ganatra not only acknowledges the well-known events of the epic but also delves deeper into its context. She explores what truly shaped Rama, why he undertook the vanvas (exile), and whether the story is inherently misogynistic.

Goodreads Rating: 4.4

Number of Pages: 380

Publishing Year: 2022

Samsara By Saksham Garg

Samsara: Enter the Valley of the Gods ("India's answer to Harry Potter")

Samsara: Enter the Valley of the Gods ("India's answer to Harry Potter")

₹299

Samsara is an interesting mythological fantasy novel by Saksham Garg, which draws inspiration from Hindu mythology and follows the life of Aman Chandra and ten other souls who are transported to the hidden valley in the Himalayas to learn the art of yogic sorcery. The book is marketed as "India's answer to Harry Potter."

Goodreads Rating: 3.4

Number of Pages: 298

Publishing Year: 2022

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The Shiva Triology By Amish Tripathi

The Immortals of Meluha, The Secret of The Nagas, The Oath of The Vayuputras

The Immortals of Meluha, The Secret of The Nagas, The Oath of The Vayuputras

₹1295

The Shiva Triology series contains three books: The Immortals of Meluha, The Secret of Nagas and The Oath of the Vayuputras. The story is set in the land of Meluha and introduces us to Shiva, who is tasked with eliminating evil from the country. The major plot of this story is made to let people get a glimpse of Gods as human beings and what their deeds made us cherish them as Gods now. 

Goodreads Rating: 4.4

Number of Pages: 1,388

Publishing Year: 2022

The Forest of Enchantments By Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni

The Forest of Enchantments

The Forest of Enchantments

₹499

Yet another book by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni that has never failed to go unnoticed is The Forest of Enchantments. While the previous one took us through the POV of Draupadi, this one revolves end-to-end around Sita, wife of Rama. While it is all about Sita's vision, we get to know more about other women in Ramayana, like Mandodari, Kaikeyi, and Surpanakha. The Ramayana stories that have been circulated since childhood have always skipped the parts where Sita was questioned and betrayed. This book poetically questions the rights of women and when they need to stand up and say, ‘enough’ 

Goodreads Rating: 4.2

Number of Pages: 372

Publishing Year: 2019

Dakshin By Nitin Kushalappa MP

Dakshin: South Indian Myths and Fables R

Dakshin: South Indian Myths and Fables R

₹299

Dakshin, meaning south, involves 15 enchanting myths and fables that are based in South India. From the banks of the Kaveri to the shores of the Indian Ocean, there are many mysteries that are situated in the villages of Coorg, Nilgiris, abodes of the kings, and even the jungles. 

Goodreads Rating: 4.1

Number of Pages: 252

Publishing Year: 2023

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The Kalki Trilogy By Kevin Missal

The Kalki Trilogy (Set of 3 Books)

The Kalki Trilogy (Set of 3 Books)

₹999

The Kalki Trilogy is a set of three books: Avatar of Vishnu, Eye of Brahma, and Sword of Shiva. It is a not-so-mythological, mythological series that retells the avatar of Lord Vishnu, Kalki, the one with abundant strength and can defeat the enemies irrespective of their size. The books are action-packed reads that will get you closer to the ancient Indian literature. 

Goodreads Rating: 3.7, 4, and 4

Number of Pages: 1,272

Publishing Year: 2022

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