[Hindi] The Immortals of Meluha By Amish (Papeback)

"The Immortals of Meluha" written by Amish Tripathi. The book is the first in the Shiva Trilogy series and was published in 2010. It is a work of historical fiction that blends mythology, fantasy, and adventure.

The story is set in the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, which the inhabitants of that period called the land of Meluha. The book follows the journey of Shiva, a rough-hewn Tibetan immigrant, who becomes the central figure in a series of events that have the potential to change the fate of the Suryavanshi rulers and their empire.

The Suryavanshis, the rulers of Meluha, are facing numerous challenges, including the drying of the revered Saraswati River and terrorist attacks from the Chandravanshis in the east. The Chandravanshis seem to have allied with the Nagas, a race of deformed humans with extraordinary martial skills.

According to an ancient legend, when evil reaches its peak, a hero will emerge to save the day. The question arises whether Shiva, the simple man, is the prophesied hero and if he is willing to take on that role.

The book explores themes of destiny, duty, love, and the battle between good and evil. It takes readers on an epic adventure, delving into the transformation of a mortal man into a divine figure, known as Mahadev, the God of Gods.

If you are intrigued by mythology, fantasy, and epic tales, "The Immortals of Meluha" and the rest of the Shiva Trilogy might be a captivating read for you.