- Number Of Pages: 390 Pages
- Genre Of Book: Fantasy Fiction, Historical Fiction and Novel
- Published On: February 1, 2010
“Whether a man is a legend or not is decided by history,not fortune tellers”
” A person’s ethics and character are not tested in good times.It is only in bad times that a person shows how steadfast he is to his dharma”
Shiva Trilogy 1: When I first touched this book, I was pretty sure that I am going to fall in love with this book . And the one and only reason for that was my immense devotional respect and fondness towards Lord Shiva. He is a god of gods, destroyer of evil, passionate lover, fierce leader, truly the symbol of balance in the universe. I got a little disappointed with the writing, and the way supporting characters were developed. May be social media hype heightened my expectations. The end of the book felt a little rushed. I would have been more happy if these supporting characters could have been built little better. Though, the character of protagonist Shiva is crafted beautifully and keeps on unfolding in the layers throughout the book.
Nevertheless,the story is gripping and woven nicely to keep you engaged until you finish the last piece of it. Gods have been humanized and portrayed by creating realistic worlds around them. It is a good blend of drama, suspense, romance, and modern civilization. It was a good read on how protagonist Shiva, started his journey as an ordinary tribal leader of the Guna tribe in Tibet who migrates to the Kingdom of Meluha in the search of a better life for his people. He is a strong, sharp minded, simple man who is deeply compassionate, questioning the rigid societal norms, has an extremely kind soul, and falls in love with Sati. Sati, who is introduced as the daughter of King Daksha, the ruler of Kingdom Meluha. Sati is portrayed as a strong, independent, and courageous woman who truly symbolizes women’s empowerment.The trilogy 1 revolves around how Shiva deeply fell in love with Sati and how his affection and respect made her accept his love despite his ‘Vikarma’ status, which is kind of a reference to traditional casteism where few of the castes in society are considered untouchables.
I got impressed by the concept. An author had done a good job in integrating mythology into fiction. Hoping trilogy 2 and 3 would leave a mark on my mind. All in all, it is a good read.
Amish’s journey as an author began with his first novel, The Immortals of Meluha (2010), the first book in the Shiva Trilogy. Initially, the book was rejected by several publishers, prompting him to self-publish. To everyone’s surprise, it became a massive success, turning Amish into a literary phenomenon. The Shiva Trilogy was India’s fastest-selling book series at the time, selling over 4 million copies.
His second series, the Ram Chandra Series, is an exploration of the Ramayana through different perspectives, blending mythology with Amish’s own interpretation of ancient values.
Writing Style and Themes:
Amish’s novels are celebrated for their ability to weave together mythological tales with modern philosophy, making ancient Indian stories accessible and relatable to contemporary readers. He believes in reviving India’s rich cultural heritage and presents his stories in a unique, grounded manner, portraying gods and mythological figures as humans with flaws and moral dilemmas.
Other Work and Influence:
Amish also engages in non-fiction, with Immortal India (2017) being a collection of his essays on contemporary issues, spirituality, and history. He is an advocate for a balanced understanding of India’s ancient traditions, often drawing attention to the progressive aspects of Indian civilization.
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