Chandragupta Maurya: Path of a Fallen Demigod Paperback – 22 September 2021

The style of storytelling is wonderful, it kept me very interested always.This is the first time I complete a book under 2 weeks.This books also gives a good perspective of peoples lifestyle during the Chandra Gupta Mauryas days ( i.e., around 300 years BCE ).

Chandragupta was a poor farmer boy who lived in Gaval village of Magadha kingdom along with her mother Murra. But after his conflict with tax officials, the mother and the son duo fled to Patliputra, the then capital of Magadha.At that time Magadha was under the rule of Dhanananda who was the grandson of Mahapadma Nanda.Due to her past, Murra personally knew the brother of the king and because of which Chandragupta got the job of the Palace attendant but soon was thrown out of the palace on the order of the king.And this particular incident veered his life upside down.He met Vishnugupta at her mother's childhood friend under whose guidance Chandragupta formed a rebellion army 'Karma Sena' to out throw Dhanananda and after two failed attempts the Guru and his disciple succeeded in their mission.And from there begins the journey of Samrat Chandragupta who become the unconquerable king of that era.He married the daughter of a blacksmith from his village and later on married to Princess Lavanya of Ashmeka.This book delineates the life of Chandragupta from being a farmer boy to his path of spirituality.The cover of the book is inviting and goes with the plot, even the title is apt as Chandragupta, due to various incidents in his life, was considered as an avatar of Lord Krishna.I love to read Indian history and that too in fiction form. I like to know about our great rulers and 'Chandragupta' is one such book that gave me the opportunity to learn about Samrat Chandragupta and his lifestyle.I would also like to mention here that this book is no doubt a proof of the intense research done by the author.The language used by the author is eloquent and easy to understand and all the characters are well evolved.I recommend this book to those who love reading Indian history.

Was satisfied with the delivery and service.Lovely book. the story of chandragupta beautifully told.

The book was received by specified time and in excellent condition.The content of the book was amazing and eye-opener. How painstaking efforts were made by several British and other researchers under the most difficult historic, geographic, social, climatic and political environment. And for what? To establish the greatness of Emperor Ashok and his influence on people's lives from Afghanistan to Indonesia and Kashmir and Nepal to Ceylon. A 'cruel to kind' turned benevolent Samrat who promoted tenets of Buddhism, however , respecting every religion and equality of all.

Badly written, meandering. No effective story telling. Distorts basic tenets of history. Not interesting to read. Can be totally avoided.

I like books which hold true historics and imitate as far as possible, a world which was not far from the truth. This book by @pillairajat is well researched, poignant and very lively! 🏁Each chapter convinces you to read more. The Mauryan empire is presented with research and respect. The mystery sorting itself gently. @pustak_mahal has done a wonderful job with the quality and the cover. 🌼The blurb says _ From the battlefields of Kalinga to the wars fought in the plains east of River Indus - The book traces the life of a man whose life took sharp ups and downturns till he ventured into the path of spirituality. And indeed justice seems to be meted out to bring out pieces of history as we know it, through 36 years and events in 6 countries, to a concisely done account. Even though, I think better editing could have made this highly likable, still, the presentation and hardwork of the author is palpable. Quite a read! 📖📕@pillairajat followed up the success of Chandragupta with THE DEAD WOMAN WRITING(2014) and YODDHA: THE DYNASTY OF SAMUDRAGUPTA (2018). I can't wait to read the succession and interpret the mind of writing a historical fiction! With 300 pages, this needs to be read in few sittings due to the largish storytelling and the bathroom characters which charge up from behind in the most nostalgic-NOT manner!I rate this book ✨✨✨✨/5

An extremely powerful story of Chandragupta and how he became a supreme ruler. Would recommend to read this novel to all.

Love it

Although I got to know a lot about Chandragupta and his times, The book is not very interesting. Recommended only if you are intrigued by Chanakya and Chandragupta Maurya.