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The Kathá Sarit Ságara; or, Ocean of the Streams of Story

by Somadeva Bhatta

Level C2 · ProficientClassics129 chapters
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Length
129 chapters
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About this book

About this book

High on Mount Kailasa, the divine couple Śiva and Párvatí share a moment of intimacy where Śiva begins to captivate her with enchanting stories, setting the stage for a vast collection of intertwined tales filled with celestial beings, ancient myths, and cosmic adventures.

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Contents

129 chapters in all. The first chapter is free to read with no account.

02Contents of Vol. II.
03Chapter I.
04Chapter II.
05Chapter III.
06Chapter IV.
07Chapter V.
08Chapter VI.
09Chapter VII.
10Chapter VIII.
11Called Kathámukha.
12Chapter IX.

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