The Lost River
The Lost River
Some stories stay with you long after the last page. The Lost River by Michel Danino is one of them – a hardcover that rewards an unhurried read. It's a book you'll want to pass on to a friend when you're done.
What it's about
The Lost River explores the geography, history, and mythology, of the Sarasvati river, drawing from various sources like folklore, the Vedas, archaeology, local practices, history, geology, and meteorology. The book explains that the river, its very existence, and its course have been discussed and speculated over for years. The magnificence of the Sarasvati has been detailed in scriptures like the Rig Veda. Historians and archaeologists could not understand how it mysteriously ceased to exist. Some of the even deem the river a myth.
Book details
- Author: Michel Danino
- Format: Hardcover
- Language: English
- Publisher: Books
- Dimensions: 13.59 x 2.54 x 22.23 cm
- Category: Indian Goods
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Is The Lost River available in paperback or hardcover?
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What language is this edition in?
This edition is in English.
Who wrote The Lost River?
The Lost River is written by Michel Danino.
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