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Silappathikaram Revisited

Written by: Sharada Balasubramanian
Narrated by: Vinitha Vijayakumar
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Audible presents Silappadhikaram Revisited.

Silappadhikaram, one of the five greatest epics of Tamil literature, is about the story of Kovalan and Kannagi. This piece of literature was originally written by Ilango Adigal sometime between 4th and 6th century CE.

Kovalan and Kannagi grow up in the land of Puhar, a coastal city in the Chola Kingdom of Tamil Nadu. They get married and live a blissful marital life, until Kovalan falls for a danseuse, Madhavi. Leaving behind his home and Kannagi, Kovalan spends his money and time for Madhavi. The day, Kovalan realises that Madhavi is not loyal to him and has other men, he decides to leave her and go back to Kannagi. He realises his mistakes and decides to leave the city and start a new life. Kannagi accompanies him in the difficult journey to Madurai. The wish to begin a new life turns bitter for the couple as many unforeseen incidents take place in Madurai. But what led Kannagi to burn down the city of Madurai? What made her furious like fire? Dive in now and take a trip to the most significant moments in Tamil history.

©2022 Sharada Balasubramanian (P)2022 Shantham Infotainment Classics World Literature
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I liked the story. it is riveting and kept me spellbound till the end.

great story

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Great story from the ancient South India, Narrated very well. Kept me glued with the EarPods!!

Story of the strength of a woman!!

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Well narrated storey line . Audible version has qualitative narration.
Story captures all aspects of religion and cultural practices during the era in Tamilnadu.
While story takes us well thru that transition of time and narration of story from micro level incidence to macro scenarios are little abrupt. That could have been smoother.

Silapathikaram revisited

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My only issue with the adaptation was with the narrator’s atrocious pronunciation. Words like: finance, goods, exquisite… and many other were misspoken by her with a terrible accent

Better narrator could have helped

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Wonderful narration that keeps you hooked and a great summary of what Silappathikaram entitles. Enjoyed!

Must listen

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