SHORT DESCRIPTION:

The book ”Vyasakruta Mahabharat (Sankhiptasara)” by Janaki Ballav Patnaik is a concise, abridged retelling of the epic Mahabharata in the Oriya (Odia) language. Core content: it’s an accessible summary, or sankhiptasara, of the original epic authored by Ved Vyasa . Purpose: The work aims to make the vast and complex narrative of the Mahabharata, including its moral and philosophical teachings, available to a wider audience, likely focusing on the key events, characters, and the essential narrative of the Kurukshetra War. Auther: Janaki Ballav Patnaik (1927-2015) was a prominent political figure and litterateur from odisha, known for his deep engagement with classical texts and his contributions to odia literature.