Malavikagnimitram: The Dancer and the King

Kālidāsa, Srinivas Reddy


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3.50 · 2 ratings · 176 pages · Published: 400

Malavikagnimitram: The Dancer and the King by Kālidāsa, Srinivas Reddy
Believed to be Kalidasa's first work, Malavikagnimitram is the love story of King Agnimitra and the court dancer Malavika. The tale unfolds through humorous palace interludes, vivid descriptions of fine arts and the cunning machinations of court players. Even in this early work, Kalidasa's characteristic penchant for romance, art and natural beauty is evident at every delightful turn of the plot. He transforms a simple tale of forbidden love into an engrossing courtly drama filled with beauty, humour and wit. // Srinivas Reddy's engaging translation captures to perfection the joyous vigour of the young dramatist's voice.

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