Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa

The Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic of immense historical and philosophical significance, was originally attributed to the sage Vyasa. This specific edition features the influential English translation by Kisari Mohan Ganguli, which was produced in the late 19th century under the patronage of Pratap Chandra Roy. Ganguli’s work remains one of the most widely cited complete translations into English, intended to make the complex narratives and moral discourses of the Sanskrit original accessible to a broader, global audience.

This 1991 publication by Munshiram Manoharlal Publishers serves as a modern, durable iteration of Ganguli’s foundational translation. The publisher is well-regarded for its commitment to printing scholarly and classical works of Indology, opting for a clean, academic presentation that prioritizes the integrity of the text over stylistic embellishment. It is widely utilized by students and scholars today as a standard reference point for exploring the intricate genealogy and dramatic moral dilemmas central to the epic.