Shikhandi and Other Tales They Don’t Tell You
Devdutt Pattanaik
145 Pages
Language: English
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Shikhandi and Other Tales They Don’t Tell You by Devdutt Pattanaik reveals bold, lesser-known stories from Indian mythology that challenge gender norms and binary thinking. With 30+ powerful narratives, this book makes ancient wisdom feel fresh and relevant. Perfect for curious minds browsing Bookdio, or anyone seeking a thought-provoking free pdf download or free books download. These are the tales they never told you—but absolutely should have.
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“Gender is fluid,” say modern thinkers. But ancient Indian mythology? It said it thousands of years ago.
In Shikhandi and Other Tales They Don’t Tell You, Devdutt Pattanaik uncovers 30+ stories that most of us were never told. Stories that challenge everything we assume about gender, power, and identity. And no—they're not made up. They’re pulled straight from the scriptures, epics, and oral traditions that shaped India’s cultural DNA.
You’ve probably heard of Arjuna and Krishna. But what about Shikhandi, the warrior born as a woman but reborn to take revenge as a man? Or Chudala, the queen who became a male sage to teach her husband a lesson? These aren't just stories. They’re lenses—showing how mythology made space for everything beyond the binary, long before modern society even dared to.
This isn’t textbook stuff. It’s smart, sharp, and surprisingly relatable. Devdutt doesn’t preach—he nudges you to think, question, and reimagine the world around you. If you’ve ever felt boxed in by roles, expectations, or labels, these tales will feel like freedom.
You’ll flip through this and go, “Wait, this existed? Why didn’t anyone tell me sooner?”
If you’re scrolling Bookdio, looking for a free pdf download, or exploring free books download options that actually make you see the world differently—this one delivers.
So, crack it open. Let the forgotten voices speak. Let these stories stir something in you. They’re old, yes. But they’re alive. And they matter right now.
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