The Ramayana Series (Hardcover Editions) by Ashok K. Banker

I got the hardcover editions of the Ramayana series some time back as a gift from the author, Ashok. This edition is something I’ve been looking forward to for a while now. The covers are very ‘eye-catchy’ and more importantly the books are exactly as Ashok envisioned them when he wrote the series and he considers it the best edition of the series. I got the books at the perfect time to read the Ramayana - during the Ramayana month of Karakadam - when it’s generally considered to be an auspicious time to read the Ramayana!

These series mean a lot to me and I am extremely proud to say I’ve travelled the journey as a reader and well wisher with Ashok and a few more Epic Indians and I’ve literally seen these books come to life. I’m also extremely humbled that I was acknowledged by Ashok in the books, along with other Epic Indians!

The hardcover editions are slightly different from the earlier paper back editions and is definitely more refined and ‘Indianised’ (for want of a better word!). There are a lot more phrases and sentences in Indian languages and some scenes have been slightly modified from the earlier paper-back editions. Expect detailed reviews of the three hardcover books as and when I’m done with them. And if you haven’t already, go and read the series - trust me they are worth the read!