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Shikhandi And Other Stories They Don't Tell You
Shikhandi And Other Stories They Don't Tell You
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Queerness isn’t only modern, Western or sexual, says mythologist Devdutt Pattanaik. Take a close look at the vast written and oral traditions in Hinduism, some over two thousand years old, and you will find many overlooked tales, such as those of Shikhandi, who became a man to satisfy her wife; Mahadeva, who became a woman to deliver his devotee’s child; Chudala, who became a man to enlighten her husband; Samavan, who became the wife of his male friend; and many more . . .
Playful and touching—and sometimes disturbing—these stories, when compared with their Mesopotamian, Greek, Chinese and Biblical counterparts, reveal the unique Indian way of making sense of queerness.
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Ancient Indian tales challenge modern gender and sexuality norms.
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Who is this book for?
If you're curious about how queerness has been understood beyond Western perspectives, this book offers a fascinating peek into ancient Indian stories. The tales of Shikhandi and others reveal a unique cultural approach to gender fluidity that is both playful and profound. It's a compelling read for anyone interested in the intersection of mythology, gender, and history.