Book review- Sita Warrior of Mithila by Amish Tripathi (Ramachandra Series- Part 2)
Internet Picture The Indian female mythological figures have always fascinated me. I am forever in awe of their fears and their dares which may either be documented in history or illustrated through the cleverness of numerous writers. Part 2 of the Ramchandra Series by Amish has devoted to the legendary Indian queen heeded as an incarnation of Lakshmi, titled Sita. The portrayal of her is in total contrast to the classic tale of Ramayana. At th e advent of the book, Sita is shown as a tiny foundling being guarded by a vulture and discovered by the King and Queen of Mithila who rescue her and then bring her up as their daughter. Sita grows into a young warrior and is depicted as the prime minister of Mithila. Her talent and potential are recognized by Guru Vishwamitra early on. It is his idea to groom her into becoming the 'Vishnu' whose duty will be to lead the country's dharma. As her future husband Ram is also being trained to take on the title of Vishnu by Vishwamitr...