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Epic Adventure of Shiva, the Destroyer of Tripura
Long before the global catastrophe of great floods (also known as Pralay in the scriptures) wiped out most of humanity, advanced prehistoric civilisations of the ancients spanned tropical landscape of planet Earth.
Legendary order of spiritual knights known as ‘Bheeshma’ is the final hope of Devarth federation, as they face imminent invasion and subjugation by Daityan empire. In order to wield the ancient weapon 'Pinaka' against central seat of Daityan power (the indestructible citadels of Tripura), warrior monk Haŕa (Shiva) needs to undertake an arduous and dangerous journey to the mysterious Mount Kailash. Battling his grief over a personal tragedy as well as many self-doubts and fears, he must cross the barrier of death itself and face the spiritual personae of Lord Rudŕa…
Traversing through many exotic ancient places like Amaravati, the capital city of Dev Lok and Atalantpuri, the capital of Atala (Atlantis), this epic adventure story also attempts to unfold the philosophy of Yoga and Vedanta.
Background Theme of the Book:-
While it’s not an exact retelling, this story takes inspiration from ancient scriptures of India, especially about Lord Shiva’s role as Tripurantaka - destroyer of the triple cities of Tripura.
The scripture known as Shiva-Puran actually describe Tripura to be built on large mobile platforms high up among the clouds. Highly advanced in terms of technology, these city structures defied gravity and could even fly across the skies around the planet, like orbiting space stations. It’s said that the prosperous occupants of these sky-cities had eventually degenerated to decadence, greed, arrogance and violence, which led to their destruction by Shiva.
In many ways, the story of ‘Tripura’ from Indian mythology is also similar to that of ‘Atlantis’ from Greek mythology.
Legendary order of spiritual knights known as ‘Bheeshma’ is the final hope of Devarth federation, as they face imminent invasion and subjugation by Daityan empire. In order to wield the ancient weapon 'Pinaka' against central seat of Daityan power (the indestructible citadels of Tripura), warrior monk Haŕa (Shiva) needs to undertake an arduous and dangerous journey to the mysterious Mount Kailash. Battling his grief over a personal tragedy as well as many self-doubts and fears, he must cross the barrier of death itself and face the spiritual personae of Lord Rudŕa…
Traversing through many exotic ancient places like Amaravati, the capital city of Dev Lok and Atalantpuri, the capital of Atala (Atlantis), this epic adventure story also attempts to unfold the philosophy of Yoga and Vedanta.
Background Theme of the Book:-
While it’s not an exact retelling, this story takes inspiration from ancient scriptures of India, especially about Lord Shiva’s role as Tripurantaka - destroyer of the triple cities of Tripura.
The scripture known as Shiva-Puran actually describe Tripura to be built on large mobile platforms high up among the clouds. Highly advanced in terms of technology, these city structures defied gravity and could even fly across the skies around the planet, like orbiting space stations. It’s said that the prosperous occupants of these sky-cities had eventually degenerated to decadence, greed, arrogance and violence, which led to their destruction by Shiva.
In many ways, the story of ‘Tripura’ from Indian mythology is also similar to that of ‘Atlantis’ from Greek mythology.
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August 18, 2013
By Mohan Vizhakat. Grade: A
I was prepared to hate The Guardians of Karma the moment I saw the book cover. A faux modest façade in which a laser beam is striking a building and lots of graphics and grey. The cover was so surreal and so annoying that you just don’t want to toss it aside on the couch lightly but throw it with great force on the wall. I kept patience and after first few pages I realized that Mohan Vizhakat has served us a well-covered book with a fresh perspective and actually points out things no one else has noticed before.
The Guardians of Karma is a mythological science fiction set in prehistoric times before the mist of Vedic India. This action packed tale takes the readers through the exotic cities of Amaravati, Atlantapuri to the arduous trek to Mount Kailash as it traces the path of warrior monk Hara in the path of Karma. A mix of action and spirituality set in the backdrop of lover, passion, greed, war and tragedy. The author, Mohan Vizhakat’s, interest in the rich heritage of Indian Mythology helped him weave together this intriguing story.
Around 10500 B.C.E. there are two centers of power- Dev Lok and Daityan Empire who have occupied the tropical islands. The ice is melting because of global warming and both the civilizations are steadily losing their best cultivable land. Daityan empire, who has exploited nature for material gratification and prosperity has its many cities along the subterranean fault lines and is desperate to occupy the land of weaker nations. Both the empires are blessed with Murthi technology, with direct access to advanced technological science that could even make developed countries of 21st century smirk with envy. There are fighting airplanes, ships, laser guns, microbiological knowledge, shield defense mechanism, robots, genetic engineering, clones, elevators, missiles, nuclear energy and stuff seen only in post modern sci-fi. Devan empire stands no match against greater military power of Daitya empire and the sole hope of Dev Lok is warrior monk Hara.
The visual narration of combat scenes between Bheesma monks and Daityas are stunning enough to make you squirm on your couch. There are many, many pages in the book discussing spirituality and the meaning of life. It doesn’t feel like pretentious preaching but has a certain freewheeling charm. And one big feat of The Guardians of Karma is that it balance offbeat perspective of Indian Mythology and essence of spirituality.
I don’t really get to say this much so I am just gonna stand out and scream at the edge of infinity: Pure awesomeness. Yep, the review ends here. The Guardians of Karma is here packed with the single mission of annihilating the lines between myth and science, fiction and reality. Mohan Vizhakat doesn’t only serve you with an astonishing story but invites your grey cells into the oblique imaginary world sculpted on paper that requires you to understand and appreciate its beauty. Go for it.
Originally reviewed at Vaultofbooks.com, a close-knit community of fanatical readers. We are looking for perceptive readers who can write well, and we are eager to provide lots of free books in exchange for reviews. Shoot us a mail at contact@vaultofbooks.com
I was prepared to hate The Guardians of Karma the moment I saw the book cover. A faux modest façade in which a laser beam is striking a building and lots of graphics and grey. The cover was so surreal and so annoying that you just don’t want to toss it aside on the couch lightly but throw it with great force on the wall. I kept patience and after first few pages I realized that Mohan Vizhakat has served us a well-covered book with a fresh perspective and actually points out things no one else has noticed before.
The Guardians of Karma is a mythological science fiction set in prehistoric times before the mist of Vedic India. This action packed tale takes the readers through the exotic cities of Amaravati, Atlantapuri to the arduous trek to Mount Kailash as it traces the path of warrior monk Hara in the path of Karma. A mix of action and spirituality set in the backdrop of lover, passion, greed, war and tragedy. The author, Mohan Vizhakat’s, interest in the rich heritage of Indian Mythology helped him weave together this intriguing story.
Around 10500 B.C.E. there are two centers of power- Dev Lok and Daityan Empire who have occupied the tropical islands. The ice is melting because of global warming and both the civilizations are steadily losing their best cultivable land. Daityan empire, who has exploited nature for material gratification and prosperity has its many cities along the subterranean fault lines and is desperate to occupy the land of weaker nations. Both the empires are blessed with Murthi technology, with direct access to advanced technological science that could even make developed countries of 21st century smirk with envy. There are fighting airplanes, ships, laser guns, microbiological knowledge, shield defense mechanism, robots, genetic engineering, clones, elevators, missiles, nuclear energy and stuff seen only in post modern sci-fi. Devan empire stands no match against greater military power of Daitya empire and the sole hope of Dev Lok is warrior monk Hara.
The visual narration of combat scenes between Bheesma monks and Daityas are stunning enough to make you squirm on your couch. There are many, many pages in the book discussing spirituality and the meaning of life. It doesn’t feel like pretentious preaching but has a certain freewheeling charm. And one big feat of The Guardians of Karma is that it balance offbeat perspective of Indian Mythology and essence of spirituality.
I don’t really get to say this much so I am just gonna stand out and scream at the edge of infinity: Pure awesomeness. Yep, the review ends here. The Guardians of Karma is here packed with the single mission of annihilating the lines between myth and science, fiction and reality. Mohan Vizhakat doesn’t only serve you with an astonishing story but invites your grey cells into the oblique imaginary world sculpted on paper that requires you to understand and appreciate its beauty. Go for it.
Originally reviewed at Vaultofbooks.com, a close-knit community of fanatical readers. We are looking for perceptive readers who can write well, and we are eager to provide lots of free books in exchange for reviews. Shoot us a mail at contact@vaultofbooks.com
July 20, 2014
I liked this; an entertaining slice of pulp fantasy / sci-fi, Indian style. It's quite a mix - there's heroic warrior monks on dangerous quests, philosophy, ancient 'gods', sci-fi action and a warning about climate change to boot. It partly reminded of me Graham Hancock's Fingerprints Of The Gods with its ideas about ancient high-tech civilisations, though unlike the misguided Hancock, the author here has the grace to call it fiction. The writing was a bit clunky at times and were a fair few typos, but I'm guessing that's more down to the translation. This is exactly the type of book the ebook revolution is meant to serve. I'd never have come across anything like this in an average high street bookshop.
September 15, 2013
Foreword:
Like many other books from Srishti, this book too was sent by Arup Bose.
When I first received this book (I received it like this) I was damn excited. The cover gives the impression of a sci-fi. And I am damn excited about sci-fis.
The Guardians of Karma. What a name? I had real high stakes before starting reading this book sometime around last weekend.
Plot (from Goodreads):
INTRIGUING MYTHOLOGICAL SF THRILLER BASED ON ANCIENT SHIVA PURANA
Prehistoric times beyond the mists of vedic India - the forgotten era of ‘first wave’ civilisations.
Around 10500 BCE, with sea levels much lower than they are today, and mainland continents still largely covered with ice, the primary centres of Indian civilisation were dominated by two highly advanced nation states – Dev Lok and Daityan Empire. Spiritually-inclined Devas lived in harmony with nature, whereas Daityas believed in brute force technologies for rapid prosperity and material gratification. Steady inundation of the tropical islands created a crisis, particularly for Daityas. To fuel their hunger for material resources, the aggressive Daityas proceeded to invade other nations.
Warrior monk Haŕa becomes the sole hope of Dev Lok to prevent defeat and abject subjugation. However, before he can help them, Haŕa must undertake the ultimate journey of spirituality to pass beyond the barrier of death itself and engage with the astral personae of Lord Rudra - one of three extra-terrestrial progenitors of humanity.
This action-packed mythological science fiction takes the readers through the exotic cities of Amaravati, Atalantpuri (Atlantis?), and traces the arduous journey to Mount Kailash through Sarparanya. The story unfolds the philosophy of Karma within the backdrop of love, passion, greed, war, tragedy and spirituality that characterised these ancient times.
Will Haŕa be able to check the Daityan aggression in time to correct the course of Karma? Will he be able to wield the viman ‘Pinaka’ against the central seat of Daityan power – the indestructible citadels of Tripura? Is he the one who will glorify the name of Lord Shiva as Tripurantaka – the mighty destroyer of Tripura?
Are the epics and mythological legacies of India just reconstructions during vedic age, based on fragmented records of real events that happened during prehistoric times? For example is it possible that the destruction of 'Tripura' as described in Indian scriptures and 'Atlantis' of Greek mythology are both reconstructions of the same event that happened before the worldwide deluge or pralay towards the end of ice-age?
The paperback version of this book is now available at most online bookstores in India.
About the Author (from the jacket):
Mohan Vizhakat is a senior management professional stationed at Bangalore, India. The author’s keen interest in ancient Indian scriptures helped him weave together this intriguing mythological science fiction, based on a fantastic legend regarding violent destruction of the fabulous triple cities of Tripura(Atlantis?). He is now in the process of writing a sequel to this book.
Our review...:
Publishers:
Srishti Publishers. Lately, I started to notice a new-found change in the books of the publishers. The books are no more immature and silly. They are printing more serious stuff. In fact, they have built a firm step of standard. Srishti don't signify cheap, college love stories. ..................................
To read the whole review, click here...
Like many other books from Srishti, this book too was sent by Arup Bose.
When I first received this book (I received it like this) I was damn excited. The cover gives the impression of a sci-fi. And I am damn excited about sci-fis.
The Guardians of Karma. What a name? I had real high stakes before starting reading this book sometime around last weekend.
Plot (from Goodreads):
INTRIGUING MYTHOLOGICAL SF THRILLER BASED ON ANCIENT SHIVA PURANA
Prehistoric times beyond the mists of vedic India - the forgotten era of ‘first wave’ civilisations.
Around 10500 BCE, with sea levels much lower than they are today, and mainland continents still largely covered with ice, the primary centres of Indian civilisation were dominated by two highly advanced nation states – Dev Lok and Daityan Empire. Spiritually-inclined Devas lived in harmony with nature, whereas Daityas believed in brute force technologies for rapid prosperity and material gratification. Steady inundation of the tropical islands created a crisis, particularly for Daityas. To fuel their hunger for material resources, the aggressive Daityas proceeded to invade other nations.
Warrior monk Haŕa becomes the sole hope of Dev Lok to prevent defeat and abject subjugation. However, before he can help them, Haŕa must undertake the ultimate journey of spirituality to pass beyond the barrier of death itself and engage with the astral personae of Lord Rudra - one of three extra-terrestrial progenitors of humanity.
This action-packed mythological science fiction takes the readers through the exotic cities of Amaravati, Atalantpuri (Atlantis?), and traces the arduous journey to Mount Kailash through Sarparanya. The story unfolds the philosophy of Karma within the backdrop of love, passion, greed, war, tragedy and spirituality that characterised these ancient times.
Will Haŕa be able to check the Daityan aggression in time to correct the course of Karma? Will he be able to wield the viman ‘Pinaka’ against the central seat of Daityan power – the indestructible citadels of Tripura? Is he the one who will glorify the name of Lord Shiva as Tripurantaka – the mighty destroyer of Tripura?
Are the epics and mythological legacies of India just reconstructions during vedic age, based on fragmented records of real events that happened during prehistoric times? For example is it possible that the destruction of 'Tripura' as described in Indian scriptures and 'Atlantis' of Greek mythology are both reconstructions of the same event that happened before the worldwide deluge or pralay towards the end of ice-age?
The paperback version of this book is now available at most online bookstores in India.
About the Author (from the jacket):
Mohan Vizhakat is a senior management professional stationed at Bangalore, India. The author’s keen interest in ancient Indian scriptures helped him weave together this intriguing mythological science fiction, based on a fantastic legend regarding violent destruction of the fabulous triple cities of Tripura(Atlantis?). He is now in the process of writing a sequel to this book.
Our review...:
Publishers:
Srishti Publishers. Lately, I started to notice a new-found change in the books of the publishers. The books are no more immature and silly. They are printing more serious stuff. In fact, they have built a firm step of standard. Srishti don't signify cheap, college love stories. ..................................
To read the whole review, click here...
August 15, 2013
Complete Review Here
"The Guardians of Karma" is a complex yet relishing blend of mythology and science fiction from an era where inhabitants on Earth were technologically and spiritually more advanced than what we are today. Many "myths" we thought were myths are supported with proper scientific explanation. Every marvel mentioned in the book is explained scientifically in detail to portray a picture of realism even in pre-historic times.
The book starts with two Bheeshma monks (Acharya Parashu and Hara) on a secret mission. They come across a damsel in distress (Dev Lok princess - Uma) and rescue her from the clutches of Vetals (robots dumped after unsuccessful experimentation from Daityan empire). After reaching Dev Lok, they soon realize the bigger picture and a bigger problem - rising sea levels disrupting the life in Dev Lok and Daityan Empire. There they decide to become part of the solution. Hara is the central character in the book. Needless to say, he falls in love with Uma (an angle not explored - and rightly so).
The book has two parallels - the story and queries related to spirituality - both in equal measure. Various means of achieving karma, identifying karma are explained through Acharya Parashu. Readers looking for spiritual enlightenment will find this book far satisfying as it attempts to answer the questions we have been chasing all along. However, readers more concerned about the story-line will prefer to skip some paragraphs / pages simply to concentrate on the story at hand.
Definitely worth a read.
"The Guardians of Karma" is a complex yet relishing blend of mythology and science fiction from an era where inhabitants on Earth were technologically and spiritually more advanced than what we are today. Many "myths" we thought were myths are supported with proper scientific explanation. Every marvel mentioned in the book is explained scientifically in detail to portray a picture of realism even in pre-historic times.
The book starts with two Bheeshma monks (Acharya Parashu and Hara) on a secret mission. They come across a damsel in distress (Dev Lok princess - Uma) and rescue her from the clutches of Vetals (robots dumped after unsuccessful experimentation from Daityan empire). After reaching Dev Lok, they soon realize the bigger picture and a bigger problem - rising sea levels disrupting the life in Dev Lok and Daityan Empire. There they decide to become part of the solution. Hara is the central character in the book. Needless to say, he falls in love with Uma (an angle not explored - and rightly so).
The book has two parallels - the story and queries related to spirituality - both in equal measure. Various means of achieving karma, identifying karma are explained through Acharya Parashu. Readers looking for spiritual enlightenment will find this book far satisfying as it attempts to answer the questions we have been chasing all along. However, readers more concerned about the story-line will prefer to skip some paragraphs / pages simply to concentrate on the story at hand.
Definitely worth a read.
August 17, 2013
The author of this book has put forth a perspective that is unlike any other I've read so far – attempting to establish the connection between science, spirituality, philosophy and action, he presents the ancient Indian legends in a thrilling format of fantasy cum SF, thereby truly transforming them into vivid, gripping and intriguing alternative history.
Above all I guess the the most unique aspect if this book is the author's propensity to boldly ask ‘why not’ - refreshingly departing from the stereotypical views of mythology or spirituality - and impart them plausible scientific explanations.
Above all I guess the the most unique aspect if this book is the author's propensity to boldly ask ‘why not’ - refreshingly departing from the stereotypical views of mythology or spirituality - and impart them plausible scientific explanations.
August 5, 2013
A little quantity of chapters where the author attempts to illuminate the essential commonsensical manner of accepted wisdom behind eastern beliefs in the silhouette of dissertations is mind stimulating. The theme of the narrative positioned in the background of pre-Vedic technically advanced ice-age advancement of India, and their indirect analogous with Atlantis and other Greek folklore is for the most part spellbinding with a book very well on paper and should be read.
July 6, 2013
Gripping story about Har'a from Hindu mythology but the copy I had seems to not have been copy-edited. Way too many mistakes :\ Not expected from a finished book.
But other than that, the story is beautiful and makes you ask compelling questions about Atlantis and Tripura.
But other than that, the story is beautiful and makes you ask compelling questions about Atlantis and Tripura.
July 1, 2020
Hara - The Bhism Monk
Liked it. It is well written, language is not difficult. While reading it , the shiva triology by Amish came to my mind. A lot of time is invested in describing the cities of Amravati, Tripura, genetic engineering etc but I found all these interesting and the adventures of Hara were action packed and beautifully described.
It is a fiction based on true aspects of Shiva's life.Pinaka is a ship in this story however in reality that was a bow. So for those who are not aware about this may imbibe some wrong knowledge. But all the writers are using this formula so no complains . Always knew lord Shiva by his other names .i.e Rudra , mahadev however this book has reminded the least used but beautiful name , Hara.
Liked it. It is well written, language is not difficult. While reading it , the shiva triology by Amish came to my mind. A lot of time is invested in describing the cities of Amravati, Tripura, genetic engineering etc but I found all these interesting and the adventures of Hara were action packed and beautifully described.
It is a fiction based on true aspects of Shiva's life.Pinaka is a ship in this story however in reality that was a bow. So for those who are not aware about this may imbibe some wrong knowledge. But all the writers are using this formula so no complains . Always knew lord Shiva by his other names .i.e Rudra , mahadev however this book has reminded the least used but beautiful name , Hara.
February 7, 2019
Great Read
Great Read. I liked the way an ordinary man is transformed i into Mahadev . I liked the presentation .
Great Read. I liked the way an ordinary man is transformed i into Mahadev . I liked the presentation .
June 24, 2019
3 1/2 stars only because of last 80 or so pages.
July 30, 2019
Readable
A brave attempt indeed to retell a legend encapsulating it with history. The imaginative description gives away the shade of hardwork put in.
A brave attempt indeed to retell a legend encapsulating it with history. The imaginative description gives away the shade of hardwork put in.
February 10, 2023
Pacing is all off
Pacing is all off. During in the initial part of the book - it is slow, and during the later part - it is too fast.
Pacing is all off. During in the initial part of the book - it is slow, and during the later part - it is too fast.
June 15, 2015
Around 10500 B.C.E., with sea levels much lower than they are today, and mainland continents still largely covered with ice, the primary centres of Indian civilisation were dominated by two highly advanced nation states – Dev Lok and Daityan Empire. Spiritually-inclined Devas lived in harmony with nature, whereas Daityas believed in brute force technologies for rapid prosperity and material gratification. Steady inundation of the tropical islands created a crisis, particularly for Daityas. To fuel their hunger for material resources, the aggressive Daityas proceeded to invade other nations.
Warrior monk Hara becomes the sole hope of Dev Lok to prevent defeat and abject subjugation. However, before he can help them, Hara must undertake the ultimate journey of spirituality to pass beyond the barrier of death itself and engage with the astral personae of Lord Rudra. This action-packed mythological science fiction takes the readers through the exotic cities of Amaravati, Atalantpuri, and traces the arduous journey to Mount Kailash. The story unfolds the philosophy of Karma within the backdrop of love, passion, greed, war, tragedy and spirituality that characterised these ancient times.
Will Hara be able to check the Daityan aggression in time to correct the course of Karma? Will he be able to wield the viman ‘Pinaka’ against the central seat of Daityan power – the indestructible citadels of Tripura? Is he the one who will glorify the name of Lord Shiva as Tripurantaka – the mighty destroyer of Tripura?
Author Mohan neatly tick all the boxes of a mythology thriller. It has a wide narrative and a stream of main and associate characters punctuated by racy dialogues and an intrigue created solely on (mis)interpretation of the mythical creatures of our pre-historic times. The pace of the narrative is brisk and even though grappling with multiple characters, the author makes sure none of them is half-baked and thus, provides the required punch.
But more than anything else, it raises important and at times crucial questions about our mythology. Is it possible that many of the ancient myths within these epics do have some elements of truth behind them? Maybe an advanced civilisation with ethnic groups like Devas, Daityas, Rakshas, Manavs etc did exist during our distant past? May be the Lokas, Talas and other exotic places where they lived were actually the geographical land masses that used to exist during the ice age? Perhaps some of the legendary events described in our scriptures were interpretations of real incidents, gleaned from fragmentary cultural memories of a prehistoric era? Maybe there is a common lineage to the ancient legends of many cultures across the world? For example, is the Indian legend about the free-floating triple cities of Tripura and Greek one about Atlantis, both reconstructions of the same event?
I am going with 4/5 for Mohan Vizhakat's 'The Guardians of Karma'. There is pleasure in creating mythical world and even more fun when it is done right. This one has the right mix of emotions, adrealine pumping action sequences and a brave attempt to connect spirituality, science and philosophy. It's a must read and i look forward in reading its sequel.
Warrior monk Hara becomes the sole hope of Dev Lok to prevent defeat and abject subjugation. However, before he can help them, Hara must undertake the ultimate journey of spirituality to pass beyond the barrier of death itself and engage with the astral personae of Lord Rudra. This action-packed mythological science fiction takes the readers through the exotic cities of Amaravati, Atalantpuri, and traces the arduous journey to Mount Kailash. The story unfolds the philosophy of Karma within the backdrop of love, passion, greed, war, tragedy and spirituality that characterised these ancient times.
Will Hara be able to check the Daityan aggression in time to correct the course of Karma? Will he be able to wield the viman ‘Pinaka’ against the central seat of Daityan power – the indestructible citadels of Tripura? Is he the one who will glorify the name of Lord Shiva as Tripurantaka – the mighty destroyer of Tripura?
Author Mohan neatly tick all the boxes of a mythology thriller. It has a wide narrative and a stream of main and associate characters punctuated by racy dialogues and an intrigue created solely on (mis)interpretation of the mythical creatures of our pre-historic times. The pace of the narrative is brisk and even though grappling with multiple characters, the author makes sure none of them is half-baked and thus, provides the required punch.
But more than anything else, it raises important and at times crucial questions about our mythology. Is it possible that many of the ancient myths within these epics do have some elements of truth behind them? Maybe an advanced civilisation with ethnic groups like Devas, Daityas, Rakshas, Manavs etc did exist during our distant past? May be the Lokas, Talas and other exotic places where they lived were actually the geographical land masses that used to exist during the ice age? Perhaps some of the legendary events described in our scriptures were interpretations of real incidents, gleaned from fragmentary cultural memories of a prehistoric era? Maybe there is a common lineage to the ancient legends of many cultures across the world? For example, is the Indian legend about the free-floating triple cities of Tripura and Greek one about Atlantis, both reconstructions of the same event?
I am going with 4/5 for Mohan Vizhakat's 'The Guardians of Karma'. There is pleasure in creating mythical world and even more fun when it is done right. This one has the right mix of emotions, adrealine pumping action sequences and a brave attempt to connect spirituality, science and philosophy. It's a must read and i look forward in reading its sequel.
January 7, 2014
'The Guardians of Karma' is a vividly imaginative book that will make you wonder whether we indeed are lesser beings than our ancestors!! It is a thoughtful and action packed sci-fi novel that deals with the possibility of a forgotten prehistoric past as described within ancient Indian myths and legends.
Could the vimanas and other hi-techs described within epics like Mahabharata actually been real? Were the Murthi actually spiritually evolved beings from other distant worlds and progenitors of humanity? Could it be possible that Devas and Daityas continued the legacy of an advanced civilisation even after the Murthi left their Earthly abode?
Could the vimanas and other hi-techs described within epics like Mahabharata actually been real? Were the Murthi actually spiritually evolved beings from other distant worlds and progenitors of humanity? Could it be possible that Devas and Daityas continued the legacy of an advanced civilisation even after the Murthi left their Earthly abode?
October 27, 2013
A really unique presentation of Indian mythology and spirituality in an incredible format of action based fantasy cum SF. Once the actual story started unfolding, I found it hard to put down. Few chapters where the author attempts to explain the fundamental scientific reasoning behind eastern philosophy in the form of 'Socratic Dialogues' are thought provoking.
The book is not only a well conceived and enjoyable action adventure, but also has the potential to stimulate grey cells of the reader's brain!! Highly recommended.
The book is not only a well conceived and enjoyable action adventure, but also has the potential to stimulate grey cells of the reader's brain!! Highly recommended.
September 8, 2013
Mythology is a subject of interpretation. Indian mythologies like Ramayana and Mahabharata have been decoded and re-written many times and in many different ways over the millennia. Each time, though, the idea remains the same, many sub-plots are changed and many new characters are added. But in these renditions, God has always remained that – God.
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November 5, 2013
This mythological thriller has the right mix of emotions, adrenaline pumping action sequences and a unique attempt to connect science with spirituality and mythology, at the same time proposing an alternative pre-vedic history of advanced Indian civilisation during ice-age.
Even though some parts of philosophical dialogues within the book may be heavy on intellect, the storyline itself is gripping and unputdownable.
Even though some parts of philosophical dialogues within the book may be heavy on intellect, the storyline itself is gripping and unputdownable.
May 11, 2017
This book is mixture of spirituality, mythological character and author's imagination. The story for most part is very predictable. This book has its moments. Particularly the chapters and discussions about concept of karma are very engaging and thought provoking. I would recommend this book for someone who is interested in knowing more about Karma and want to read it in a story form rather than abstract concept.
August 27, 2014
The idea behind the book is great. The author has picked up an incident from Indian Mythology and spun a great story around it. Some parts though get a little tedious when the author seeks to explain his version of the theory of Karma but apart from that it makes a nice read. Am waiting for the sequel.
August 17, 2013
3.5 stars
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