Ashwamedh

Ashwamedh (Gujarati: અશ્વમેધ) is a Gujarati language three-act play written by Chinu Modi. It has endured some controversy due to its bold and taboo theme.[1] However, it is considered one of the finest works of Modi by several critics.[2]

Ashwamedh
Coverpage
AuthorChinu Modi
Cover artistShailesh Modi
LanguageGujarati
SubjectIndian Mythology
GenreThree-act play
Set inAhmedabad
PublishedOctober 1986
PublisherRannade Prakashan
Publication placeIndia
Media typePrint (Paperback)
Pages102
OCLC655662387

Plot

. The rituals of Ashvamedha yajna demand that once the king becomes Chakravarti (undisputed sovereign).

References

  1. "Ashwamedh". Gujarati Sahityakosh (Encyclopedia of Gujarati Literature (in Gujarati). Ahmedabad: Gujarati Sahitya Parishad. 1990. p. 14.
  2. Brahmbhatt, Prasad (2014). Arvachin Gujarati Sahityano Itihas (History of Modern Gujarati Literature). Ahmedabad: Parshva Publication. p. 97. ISBN 978-93-5108-247-7.
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