The Sabhaparvan

Here's a copy of The Sabhaparvan by Franklin Edgerton – a copy shipped free from our Denver warehouse. Runs to about 594 pages, so it's the sort of book that's just as happy on a coffee table as on a shelf.

What it's about

The Sabhaparvan by Franklin Edgerton is a scholarly edition and translation of the second book of the Mahabharata, focusing on the royal court (*sabha*) of the Pandavas. It narrates the building of their magnificent assembly hall, diplomatic encounters, and the infamous dice game that leads to their humiliation and exile. Edgerton provides a critical, philological approach, presenting the Sanskrit text with detailed annotations and commentary. His work highlights the epic’s literary, cultural, and historical dimensions, making it invaluable for Indological and Sanskrit studies.

Book details

• Author: Franklin Edgerton
• Format: Paperback & Hardcover
• Pages: 594
• Publisher: Gyan Books
• Published: 1944

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What language is this edition in?

This edition is in English.

Who wrote The Sabhaparvan?

The Sabhaparvan is written by Franklin Edgerton.

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