The Epic of Ram Vol 1 Paperback

"The Epic of Ram, Volume 1," translated by Philip Lutgendorf, is the authoritative new English rendering of Tulsidas's Rāmcaritmānas (1543–1623), a beloved and highly influential retelling of the ancient Ramayana story. Written in Avadhi, a classical Hindi dialect, this devotional and literary masterpiece has been cherished and recited by millions across northern India for centuries. This first volume of the Murty Classical Library of India series offers Tulsidas's grand introduction to the narrative of Ram, replete with profound philosophical and theological meditations, along with captivating tales of gods, sages, and royalty. Lutgendorf's free verse translation beautifully conveys the passion and momentum of Tulsidas's storytelling, making this foundational text accessible to a global audience while preserving its immense cultural and spiritual significance.