good quality paper and printing. i expected a paperback but it was hardbound which is actually better. the words are very small and sometimes the font becomes very small. apart from that the book is fine. As for the content itself, the english is good and translations are nicely done. in short the book is worth it.

Nice work by Smith. He has condensed the epic into a more digestible format by distilling the essence of the Mahabaratha.

PROS
Short and sweet
All the main stories and characters are present
Footnotes are helpful

CONS
Some interesting speeches have been edited out to make the book concise

Nice

One of the most engaging book I have read. Gives a new perspective to understanding Mahabharata. the writing is lucid.