The Gita: Bhagavad Gita

by Anant Pai

Gita, short for Bhagavad Gita, 'the Divine Song', is a philosophical dialogue in the Mahabharata. The setting is the start of the great war between cousins, the Kauravas and Pandavas. Arjuna, the Pandava hero, finds himself facing his close kin, elders and teachers. The thought of piercing them by his arrows deeply disturbs Arjuna. Distraught, he breaks down, throws away his bow and declares he will not fight. It is Krishna's task to counsel his friend about life as well as his duty as a warrior so that he can fight the war with full moral conviction.

Genres: Comics, Mythology, Hinduism, Graphic Novels, Spirituality, Philosophy, Religion

32 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1999

About the author

Anant Pai popularly known as Uncle Pai, was an Indian educationalist and creator of Indian comics, in particular the Amar Chitra Katha series in 1967, along with the India Book House publishers, and which retold traditional Indian folk tales, mythological stories, and biographies of historical characters. In 1980, he launched Tinkle, a children's anthology, which was started under Rang Rekha Features, India's first comic and cartoon syndicate, that lasted till 1998, with him as the Managing Director.

Today, Amar Chitra Katha sells about three million comic books a year, in English and more than 20 Indian languages, and has sold about 100 million copies since it inception in 1967 by Anant Pai, and in 2007 was taken over by ACK Media.

Reviews

[Dr. Appu Sasidharan (Dasfill) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gita has Lord Krishna's conversation with his disciple, Arjuna, on the Kurukshetra battlefield. It is a book that can change your view of life. Some of the most followed versions of Gita are complex and will be difficult to follow if you are a beginner to the world of Gita or a child. This version by Amar Chitra Katha will be a good choice for introducing you to the world of Gita.

If you are planning to gift a few books to your children, this book should be undeniably at the top of your list.

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[Ashish Iyer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Peace is reserved for the worthy. When you offer peace to evil, it throws it right back. If Adharma wants war, Dharma will give it war.

Krishnam Vande Jagadgurum!

[Abdul · Rating 5 out of 5]

it has settled all my mind. I raised questions on people who tried to impose religion on me, but they did not satisfy me. they call me an infidel. now the gita has all I need. it's. awesome.

[Anish Kumar · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome

I have always been amazed at the lucid language used by ACT. If you want your kids to cultivate our indian values these books are such a great resource. I would definitely prefer ACT thousand times over other brands like DC OR MARVAL.

[Emily · Rating 4 out of 5]

i would have given this 5 stars except that, due to my own cultural/religious ignorance, i know there was a lot i didn't/couldn't grasp, and thus missed, when reading this text. i'm not giving the text itself 5 stars, just my 'liking' of it, for that reason. 4 stars because what of it i understood, and the pure lyricality of the words, was transporting, thought-provoking, beautiful.

[Srihari Sridharan · Rating 5 out of 5]

The essence...

Very good comic, must read for young ones ... It explained the key aspects in Gita and helps build value in young minds right from the tender age. What's the point in reading Gita very late in life when all the damage is done...

[Sachin · Rating 5 out of 5]

The first book I ever `read' with great pleasure. Hence unforgettable!

[Swathi Manchili · Rating 5 out of 5]

Karmanye vadhika raste, Ma phaleshu kadachana
Ma karma phala he tur bhuh, ma te sangotsva karmanye

[Anie Gpn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful and clear representation of Lord Krishna message to arjuna. Thank you so much for excellent work represented by Amar Chitra Katha clearly depicting the message of our beloved lord. This book should be read by those who want a brief description of the events and key messages between Lord Krishna and Arjuna before the war begins.

[Salonee Sonawane · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is a perfect book for kids to get introduced to Mahabharata. The illustration is sure to pique kids' interest.

[Rohit Jangid · Rating 4 out of 5]

Crisp and meaningful

It's explained in a simple, straightforward and understandable format to be absorbed by all ages. Gives a quick mind model for the main conflict going in the head of Arjun.

[Pradeep · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nice for kids

Explained in simple language with pictures to make interesting for kids and adults. It to s to the point but covers as complete story.

[Saurabh Bauskar · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short read

For those who want to get familiar with the Gita story. Especially for kids who will definitely enjoy the sketches.

[Shikha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Krishna has always been my favourite!
Lovely compilation.

[Shubham Verma · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tooooooooooo Short

Short animated book. Compared to Gita, this is nano(metres) size book.
I don't recommend this for adults.
This is good for kids from 10-14 years old

[Manan Sheel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gita

Beautiful illustrations, with the great wisdom of bhagvad gita. Like arjuna, my doubts are cleared too. Read it when it was most required in my life.

[Vairagi Z · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very intelligently made

Before picking this book I was afraid, How this small comic type book which kind of made for children will contain the concept of The Gita, Now That I read it, I'm not afraid anymore, because they did a very good job. I think any kid can also enjoy this book(with a little help).

[Himabindu · Rating 4 out of 5]

Small and short story

Good read!.. I read this in kindlemobile app, it was colorful in kindle app in mobile. Easy read 😁 !

[Pradeep Shanbhogue · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short concise summary of the Gita

I wanted to start reading the Gita with a short summary at first and this is book delivers that. Excellent for kids to start reading on Indian texts.

[Avinash K · Rating 5 out of 5]

Simple and easy

Conveys the essence in a simple manner. So much better than Devdutt Pattnaik's My Gita.
Enjoyment for all kids of all ages.

[Oliver · Rating 5 out of 5]

2019: I loved this comic! It was a great explanation of the backstory of the Gita. This was so much fun. If you want an easily accessible way to understand the basics of the background of the Gita, read this!

2021: This was a delight to return to. I have lent it to my brother who is starting to get into Eastern philosophy.

[Kshitij]

Beautiful depiction

Beautiful and simple depiction of Lord Krishna msg to arjuna. Thank you for amazing work. This book is must read for those who are looking for short summary of events and key message happened between Lord Krishna and Arjuna before beginning of war.

[Ananya Dalal · Rating 5 out of 5]

THE GITA one of the most well-known mythological story is rewritten by Anant Pai.The book was good but I could understand much of the text just being 10yrs.Full marks!

[Vijay Prajapati · Rating 5 out of 5]

must read book

[Shashank Kumar Singh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Details were missing

As I read I found story was compact form but still few details that could be added were miss. But overall book was good

[Surajkumar Menon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

Great one the nice summary explained well. One would read this hope this will make him to read original one in detail.

[ARUN RAVINADHAN · Rating 5 out of 5]

very well illustrated

I have read this 22 years back and again I am reading it now. Brings back old memories. Storytelling at its best.

[Jwalant Joshi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic narration

Keep up the good work. Thank you for such a Noble initiative. Looking forward to seeing other books also in times to come.

[Gurudatt Rao · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wisdom at its best

The words of Lord Krishna put in a wonderful series of interactions with Arjuna has been the highlight of this book.

Duty fulfilment without attachment to tbe the outcome is the way to go. Karma is the essential truth of life.

[Suraj · Rating 5 out of 5]

Equanimity in all situations!