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The Vedas and Upanishads for Children by [Roopa Pai, Sayan Mukherjee]

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It's one of the oldest books in the world and India's biggest blockbuster bestseller! - But isn't it meant only for religious old people? - But isn't it very long... and, erm, super difficult to read? - But isn’t the stuff it talks about way too complex for regular folks to understand?

Prepare to be surprised. Roopa Pai's spirited, one-of-a-kind retelling of the epic conversation between Pandava prince Arjuna and his mentor and friend Krishna busts these and other such myths about the Bhagavad Gita. Lucid, thought-provoking and brimming with fun trivia, this book will stay with you long after you have turned the last page.

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Length: 266 pages	Word Wise: Enabled	Enhanced Typesetting: Enabled
Page Flip: Enabled	Language: English	Age Level: 10 - 16

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ROOPA PAI is the author of several books for children, including the much-acclaimed, award-winning bestseller The Gita for Children. Her books, on topics as diverse as history, mathematics, science, economics and sci-fi fantasy, are enjoyed by adults just as much as they are by children.

Of all the Mahavakyas in the Upanishads, her favourite is 'Prajnanam Brahma - Knowledge is God'. --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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Format: Kindle Edition
File Size: 4527 KB
Print Length: 266 pages
Publisher: Hachette India (5 August 2015)
Sold by: Amazon Asia-Pacific Holdings Private Limited
Language: English
ASIN: B0128BJ4OG
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Customer Reviews: 260 customer ratings
Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #871 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
- #1089 in Children's & Young Adult (Books)
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Andy

Not just for children...

Reviewed in India on 26 January 2019

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I had never thought that book titles could be misleading in such a delightful way. Roopa Pai’s ‘The Vedas and Upanishads for Children’, which is a worthy successor to her bestselling “The Gita for Children”, is a wonderful and enriching read not just for children (as the title suggests), but for adults too!

Here Pai undertakes the onerous task of decoding for young readers some of the oldest, and most significant, of Hindu scriptures: the Vedas - and the Upanishads, which are embedded in the Vedas. This is a significant challenge, considering that these scriptures contain complex philosophical themes and concepts. Pai takes on the challenge in splendid fashion, masterfully combining scholarly research with deep experience of writing for young people. The result is a book that not only provides a high level understanding of these scriptures, but also introduces the reader to many of the key tenets of Vedanta philosophy.

Pai’’s writing style is easy and conversational, and her language, contemporary. Consequently, the book never feels dull or heavy and will likely strike an instant chord with readers of all ages. Further, Pai weaves in many interesting stories, facts and pop-culture references which make the text fun.

This is a wonderful introduction to the Vedas and Upanishads for young readers and their parents. It is easily one of the most accessible books on this somewhat esoteric subject. One of the “must read” books of 2019!

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Hayagreev

An appeal to the publisher.

Reviewed in India on 16 January 2019

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****This review is JUST about the awful print quality****

Dear Publisher of hachette!

I bought this book as I already read The Gita for children by the same author, which I loved reading. That was a great reading, both content wise and the printed quality wise. But in this book, the content is so good so far, but the print quality is awful. Why you reduce cost in printing? The letters shall be bit more darker. Please correct it in the future prints. Please see the attached picture. Left side is the new book and the other one is The Gita.

About the writing, I would say 5 stars would not be enough. It is not just for children. I am a father of two and I love it.

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Tara

Brilliant contemporary representation of ancient texts

Reviewed in India on 24 January 2019

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To be able to read complex tomes, absorb their essence, and render it in an accessible manner that is appealing and relevant to an audience that is encountering the ideas for the first time is practically an impossible task that Roopa Pai achieves with a spontaneity that I can only attribute to sadhana in previous lives, not just this one.

I am amazed by the insight that her writing of the Vedas and Upanishads reveals. For example, take the introductory preface, Before We Begin. In her astute categorisation of which kind of reader you may be - the agree-r, the disagree-r, or the one sitting on the fence, and the response of the sages to each (which is equal parts welcoming, thought-provoking and stimulating), she has defined the completely open, non-judgmental, non-didactic nature of dialogue in the Upanishads.

This sets a general background to these texts that can otherwise be utterly misinterpreted in different political contexts. The openness and universal appeal of these texts emerges powerfully in Roopa's telling, and is a great service she has rendered to all of us, adults and children in the present, and to future generations. A service to our heritage and to humanity that involves 'roadmaps' and keys to living joyfully and in harmony.

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Navin

Too much hype, not much depth!

Reviewed in India on 6 August 2015

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I would have thought a book of this kind, simply told, would be an asset. However, was deeply disappointed at the flippant way the author has tackled the great epic. No doubt the information is there, but I also felt a tinge of mockery; the very casual way it has been rendered, as if two giggly teenagers are narrating the story to another group of teenagers. Disappointed!

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priya

Simple language but bad quality paper.

Reviewed in India on 9 February 2019

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Great book to read for people above 15 years but the print quality in extremely bad considering it's a reputed printing organization

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Jai

Good intent. Poor execution.

Reviewed in India on 7 March 2020

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The tone of the book is very flippant and sarcastic especially when it talks about parents. It seems like a misguided attempt to be "cool" and appeal to a young audience. But its an unfortunate execution of a very good intent (which is what prompted us to buy it in the first place).

My children themselves were uncomfortable with some of the language and tone and esp. questioned why the author refers to parents in such a degrading manner. And it keeps coming page after page right from chapter one.

It's now sitting around unfinished and is destined for the 'raddiwallah'. We don't even want to donate this to anyone.

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ASHISH

Great injustice to Indian heritage.

Reviewed in India on 13 January 2020

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It is waste of money and the author continues to peddle the same lies which Max Mueller and others of his ilk used to do in their times. Very unfortunate that instead of conducting research and trying to find the truth so called experts just sit in their AC rooms and just repeat what the white colonists propogated who had a single agenda of destroying Indian heritage.

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Mina P.

Good alternative

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 11 May 2020

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I am not a kid but read it because of an essay I have to write for the Bhagavad Gita. I will admit that I really enjoy it's simplicity! Great idea and attempt.

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AHWappat

Not just for children

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 March 2020

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Loving this. I’m a Religious Studies teacher and this book is giving me so many ideas of how to make the scriptures accessible for young people. Definitely suitable for adults as well as older children.

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Kiran Vicr

Finally it makes sense!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 June 2018

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This book is without a doubt the best entry point to understanding the Gita for both children and adults. It has made the knowledge so accessible and easy to digest and for that kudos to the author. To you I say, thank you and I hope you work on more such books/themes in the future.

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Jack

Excellent introduction to V&U

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 April 2020

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All the wisdom of the ancient sages condensed in a beautifully written book. I strongly recommend for children and adults alike.

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AJB

Aha!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 January 2019

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Some things need to be experienced and not explained!
To fully appreciate the greatness of this book one needs to simply dive into it!

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MR MANISH CHEBBI

Modern and topical

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 26 April 2019

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Easy to understand but did not dilute the message, ideal for 10-14 year olds

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Claire McGoldrick

The lessons pages are great to break it down for kids

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 November 2017

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Life changing! Read if you are an adult! Give to your kids as early as they can understand. This book makes the Gita so understandable. The lessons pages are great to break it down for kids. Excellent!

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Prashanto

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 29 September 2015

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Excellent!

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M.Franke

Wonderful

Reviewed in Germany on 12 January 2018

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Very well written not only for children also for adults, very philosophical but in understandable words. Going to read it again !

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Raj Choudhury

Bliss

Reviewed in France on 16 August 2015

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The Gita has all the answers. Feel fortunate to finally discover it through this wonderful book from Roopa Pai. Thank You. OM TAT SAT.

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Marutheesh Krishnamurthy

Excellent

Reviewed in the United States on 26 October 2019

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Excellent for both children and grownups, alike. Thank you for excellent books and pray many many more are published soon.

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