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Confessions of an Epic Indian

British Library, London, British Library, 96 Euston Road, London, NW1 2DB, England

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Ashok Banker is one of the most acclaimed names in contemporary Indian literature; reworking the myths and legends of India into a genre best described as Epic Indian fiction. His internationally acclaimed and bestselling Ramayana series which began with Prince of Ayodhya (2003) is a spectacular re-telling of the ancient Sanskrit epic that blends vivid action with beautifully imagined characters, sensitivity and intense drama.

In his first-ever appearance outside India, the author reads from, discusses and presents exclusive glimpses of his work on the Ramayana for various media.

Dates:

01 September 2008 - 01 September 2008

Times:

18:30 - 20:00

Admission:

Price 6 (4 concessions) Box Office: 01937 546 546 http://boxoffice.bl.uk

Type of Event:


The British Library

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