Birds Of Ramayana

by Bharat Bhushan

Birds have significant roles in the Ramayana. The epic progresses because of birds at crucial moments, such as the abduction of Sita by Ravana. Jatayu, Sampati and Garuda are vital for our receiving the Ramayana as it is now available to us. Were the two vulture-brothers,Sampati and Jatayu indeed vultures? Or, were they a superior race of warriors who had vultures as their totems? Krauncha, the crane in distress at the death of its beloved companion, provides the reason for the Ramayana being written. What is regarded as the first Ramayana is the rendition of the Ramayana by Kakabhushundi the sage-crow.The natural history of these five birds, Kakabhushundi, Krauncha,Jatayu, Sampati and Garuda is enlarged by their presence and roles within the Ramayana. Discover their stories anew with this collection of essays about the Birds of the Ramayana.

203 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 16, 2017

Reviews

[Udit Nair · Rating 5 out of 5]

I never get tired of the Ramayana as an epic—it continues to fascinate me no matter how many versions or perspectives I encounter. This particular book felt incredibly niche and personal. It reconnected me with stories I first heard from my grandfather during childhood—stories that not only introduced me to the Ramayana, but also sparked my early fascination with the animal world.

That fascination has never left me, and as someone who now actively pursues ornithology, this book felt like the perfect intersection of my interests. The way it weaves mythology and the natural world together resonated deeply with me. I absolutely loved it and would recommend it to anyone drawn to mythology, nature, or both.

[B Sherburn LaBelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun book.