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In an ancient age, when gods and goddesses walked with mortals......Sita is the kind-hearted and intelligent princess of the kingdom of Videha. Married to Rama, prince of Ayodhya, her journey in life takes her from exhilaration to anguish.Along the way, she has to leave behind the luxury of royal comforts and live the simple, harsh life of a forest dweller, where danger is lurking in every shadow.Ensnared in the evil plans of the wicked demon-king Ravana, Sita is abducted and hidden away in Lanka. Will Rama muster up a strong army to rescue Sita from the demons clutches? Will Sita return to Ayodhya to become queen of the land... or is she destined to be mistrusted and live alone for the rest of her life?Adapted from the ancient Indian epic, the Ramayana, this is a touching tale of love, honor, and sacrifice that reveals one womans shining strength in an unforgiving world.
About the Author
Saraswati Nagpal is an author, an educator, and a performing artist. Her first published work, the graphic novel 'Sita, Daughter of the Earth,' is the first Indian graphic novel to be shortlisted for the Stan Lee Excelsior Award (2012) .
When she's not writing, Saraswati teaches literature and writing to middle and high school students. She is particularly partial to the genres of mythology, fantasy, and science fiction.
In Hindu or Vedic lore, Saraswati is the serene goddess of speech, art, and wisdom. Saraswati is very glad to be named after her.
