--- product_id: 187628128 title: "The Illustrated Mahabharata: The Definitive Guide to India’s Greatest Epic | Complete Retelling with the Bhagavad Gita, Hindu Mythology & Collector’s Gift Edition" price: "$61.00" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/187628128-the-illustrated-mahabharata-the-definitive-guide-to-india-s-greatest store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # The Illustrated Mahabharata: The Definitive Guide to India’s Greatest Epic | Complete Retelling with the Bhagavad Gita, Hindu Mythology & Collector’s Gift Edition **Price:** $61.00 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Illustrated Mahabharata: The Definitive Guide to India’s Greatest Epic | Complete Retelling with the Bhagavad Gita, Hindu Mythology & Collector’s Gift Edition - **How much does it cost?** $61.00 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/187628128-the-illustrated-mahabharata-the-definitive-guide-to-india-s-greatest) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description This beautiful retelling of the epic is an exploratory and visually stunning journey of lost kingdoms and characters that resonate with millions of people across the world. This edition of the Mahabharata, brings the world’s longest epic to life, and comes with a foreword by Mahabharata scholar Bibek Debroy. With more than 500 stunning images showcasing India’s varied art forms, the book encapsulates stories from all 18 chapters, the Bhagavad Gita, and the Harivamsha in a uniquely accessible way. With clarity and simplicity, the stories reveal the eternal relevance of the Mahabharata, an epic that has shaped Indian thought for over 3,000 years. More than 500 stunning images showcasing India’s varied art forms such as paintings, sculptures, and historical artefacts. Introduces concepts to readers not familiar with Hindu mythology ; covering topics such as the pantheon of Gods and the Cosmos. Review: Nice illustrations - Great way of storytelling the mahabharata. The illustrations and photos add a nice visual touch Review: A must book for Mahabharata readers. Pls read this as your second book on the epic. - Wish I could give one extra rating to the book. So picturesque and collects evidence of the epic from various sources including painting, dance and statues all over the Bharatvarsha. Every page summarizes one part of the story with pictures. Please note if this is your first book on Mahabharata, then it should not be bought. I refer Mahabharata (3 volumes) by Amar Chitra Katha for an easy understanding of the epic. Then this book can be supplemented to a deeper understanding. Also, please note the book is not written from a religious point of view, but it does conveys the greatness of Bharatvarsha. The story try to follow the sequence of the epic but it may not be the case always. What is amazing is its collection of stories which I have never read elsewhere like law of niyoga and story of Sikhandi. Definitely a must buy. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #5,260 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #65 in Encyclopaedias & Reference Works (Books) #120 in Historical Fiction (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 169 Reviews | ## Images ![The Illustrated Mahabharata: The Definitive Guide to India’s Greatest Epic | Complete Retelling with the Bhagavad Gita, Hindu Mythology & Collector’s Gift Edition - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81H-oz3RDnL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice illustrations *by A***A on 4 October 2025* Great way of storytelling the mahabharata. The illustrations and photos add a nice visual touch ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must book for Mahabharata readers. Pls read this as your second book on the epic. *by P***R on 25 March 2021* Wish I could give one extra rating to the book. So picturesque and collects evidence of the epic from various sources including painting, dance and statues all over the Bharatvarsha. Every page summarizes one part of the story with pictures. Please note if this is your first book on Mahabharata, then it should not be bought. I refer Mahabharata (3 volumes) by Amar Chitra Katha for an easy understanding of the epic. Then this book can be supplemented to a deeper understanding. Also, please note the book is not written from a religious point of view, but it does conveys the greatness of Bharatvarsha. The story try to follow the sequence of the epic but it may not be the case always. What is amazing is its collection of stories which I have never read elsewhere like law of niyoga and story of Sikhandi. Definitely a must buy. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must *by K***I on 4 September 2024* Gives a brief insight to the mahabharatam with visual imagery and perfect narration,systematic and really great for young adults. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Illustrated Mahabharata: The definitive guide to India’s greatest epic - The Illustrated Ramayana: The Timeless Epic of Duty, Love, and Redemption --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/187628128-the-illustrated-mahabharata-the-definitive-guide-to-india-s-greatest](https://www.desertcart.us/products/187628128-the-illustrated-mahabharata-the-definitive-guide-to-india-s-greatest) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-20*