BETWEEN FAITH AND FANTASY: MYTHOLOGICAL NARRATIVES AND CONTEMPORARY STORYTELLING IN THE SHIVA TRILOGY
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https://doi.org/10.29121/granthaalayah.v14.i4.2026.6926Keywords:
Mythology, Science, Symbols, Culture, Modernity, Myths, Trilogy, Folklore, Folktales, Metamorphoses, Generation, Humanity, Civilization, ReligionAbstract [English]
This research paper examines Amish Tripathi's Shiva Trilogy, in which he seamlessly blends faith, fantasy, and mythology with contemporary concerns. By carefully reading the text and studying the plots and settings that blend mythology with modernity, the author demonstrates how Indian culture has always been preoccupied with achieving the spiritual, which fosters moral values and the attitudes of generosity, simplicity, and frugality. Tripathi's books, especially The Shiva Trilogy, have enthralled readers by fusing contemporary storytelling techniques with old mythical tales.
In order to understand how Tripathi reimagines classic characters and traditions to appeal to modern audiences, this study explores the thematic reworking of Indian mythology in his books. The study explores the core ideas of divinity, morality, and leadership in these stories, emphasizing how Tripathi's depiction of these components both respects and revitalizes classic tales. This essay aims to comprehend the wider ramifications of Tripathi's work in the context of contemporary Indian literature and its connection to ancient mythology by closely examining his narrative techniques, character development, and thematic themes. The results imply that Tripathi's books act as a link between the past and the present, giving readers a fresh perspective on classic tales while simultaneously making social criticism pertinent to current affairs.
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