About the Book: Completing Vyasas Mahabharta
Embedded within the primary narrative of the Mahabharata lie numerous sub-tales
known as upakhyaanas or upakathas. These lesser- known stories play a vital role
in completing the grand tapestry of the Mahabharata, thus giving this book its
apt title. Unlike verse translations found in unabridged versions, the 67
upakathas presented here serve a different purpose. While they may appear as
diversions, these narratives serve as vital threads, connecting the text and
offering answers to lingering questions that readers may have. For instance, why
did Ambaa, the princess of Kaashi, become the catalyst for Bheeshmas demise in a
later life? The Ambaa upakhyaana