Ashwamedh (Gujarati: અશ્વમેધ) is a Gujarati language three-act play written by Chinu Modi. It has endured some controversy due to its bold and taboo theme.[1] However, it is considered one of the finest works of Modi by several critics.[2]
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Author | Chinu Modi |
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Cover artist | Shailesh Modi |
Language | Gujarati |
Subject | Indian Mythology |
Genre | Three-act play |
Set in | Ahmedabad |
Published | October 1986 |
Publisher | Rannade Prakashan |
Publication place | India |
Media type | Print (Paperback) |
Pages | 102 |
OCLC | 655662387 |
Plot
edit. The rituals of Ashvamedha yajna demand that once the king becomes Chakravarti (undisputed sovereign).
References
edit- ^ "Ashwamedh". Gujarati Sahityakosh (Encyclopedia of Gujarati Literature (in Gujarati). Ahmedabad: Gujarati Sahitya Parishad. 1990. p. 14.
- ^ Brahmbhatt, Prasad (2014). Arvachin Gujarati Sahityano Itihas (History of Modern Gujarati Literature). Ahmedabad: Parshva Publication. p. 97. ISBN 978-93-5108-247-7.