The Ramayana
by Peter Oswald

The Ramayana Book Cover
The Ramayana Cover

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Readers love the lyrical adaptation of this iconic story, appreciating its focus on the dramatic elements. Some find that the complexity of the narrative may not be suitable for younger audiences, while others admire the enchanting and simplified presentation of the tale's magic and spectacle.

Lyrical adaptation of the storyFocus on magic and spectacleEngaging for adult readersComplex for younger audiences

Synopsis

The ancient Hindu epic poem The Ramayana tells of the journey of Rama, an incarnation of God, to set free his wife Sita from the demon Ravana.

This divine story, here set forth in dramatic form, encapsulates the rise of humanity from animal to God.

It was produced at the Birmingham Rep in 2000, and at the RNT in 2001.

Publication

PublisherOberon
Year2001
BindingPaperback
Pages64
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-139781840022018
ISBN-101840022019
eISBN-139781783192427

The Ramayana is a Asian play written by Peter Oswald and published by Oberon (2001).

Digital editions available on Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, Google Play (eISBN 9781783192427).

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