Storybook favorites

Hindu Gods Pictures (Source: PixaHive)

The first storybook that I liked was “Life as Animals of the Epic.” I know that reincarnation is a big thing in Indian culture, but that’s it. I really liked how the introduction is presented; that is to say, the reader is immediately immersed in the story as someone who will reincarnate. The blog is also interactive, making the reader’s immersion better and enjoyable. The reader's note of each animal is helpful and explains why this animal was chosen. The layout of the website is clear and easy to navigate.

“Stories of the women of Indian Epics” is the second one I chose. The concept of the blog is really clever! I love how the story is written as a talk-show. Through that way, Sita, Kaikeyi, and Draupadi explained their part of the story, their unheard version. I enjoy the way the writer depicts each woman's personality: through their stories, the writer put her input and developed their own identity and charisma. Choosing Ganesha as the interviewer is brilliant since, as the writer said, “he is the God of obstacle.” So, choosing him to talk with these women who did not have the chance to tell their part of the story before now is smart.

"Shiva’s Familly: Animals" is the third storybook that I have chosen. I know who Shiva is and his family, but I never dig deeper than that, even if Indian culture is a part of my identity. The storybook's introduction is said/written as Shiva himself, which gives me straightaway the desire to learn more about his story and family. Two out of three stories are written/said by Shiva, and the third one is told by his wife, Parvati. I really love the fact that she is telling herself her story. Besides, I really enjoy how the narration is light and not too serious!