About the Book: Malavikagnimitram: The Dancer and the King
The delightful first work of a great dramatist
Believed to be Kalidasas first work, Malavikagnimitram is the love story of King
Agnimitra and the court dancer Malavika. The tale unfolds through humorous
palace interludes, vivid descriptions of fine arts and the cunning machinations
of court players. Even in this early work, Kalidasas characteristic penchant for
romance, art and natural beauty is evident at every delightful turn of the plot.
He transforms a simple tale of forbidden love into an engrossing courtly drama
filled with beauty, humour and wit.
Srinivas Reddys engaging translation captures to perfection the joyous vigour
of