As the divinely beautiful Draupadi rose from the fire, a voice rang out from the heavens foretelling a terrible destiny. "She will cause the destruction of all the world's warriors." So begins one of the most fabulous stories of all time. Mahabharata plunges us into a wondrous and ancient world of romance and adventure. In this exciting new rendition of the renowned classic, Krishna Dharma turns it into a fast-paced novel that fully retains the epic mood of the original. A powerful and moving tale, it recounts the history of five warrior brothers and their celestial wife. Cheated of their kingdom and sent into exile, they set off on a fascinating journey in which they encounter sages, mighty kings, and a host of gods and demons. Profound mystical themes underlie the enthralling narrative, making it one of the world's most revered texts. Culminating in an apocalyptic war, during which the famous Bhagavad Gita was spoken, Mahabharata is a masterpiece of suspense, intrigue, and illuminating wisdom.