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Mythquest 8: Narasimha: The Great Protector

Anu Kumar

This is the story of Narasimha, the great half-lion and half-man, who was an incarnation of Lord Vishnu himself and appeared on earth to rid it of great evil. 'Narasimha caught Hiranyakashipu as easily as a snake seizing a tiny mouse and the great asura was helpless in his grip...' He was the fierce Vishnu avatar who appeared on earth to rid it of evil forces, thus fulfilling an ancient prophecy. This half-man and half-lion was one of the strongest creatures in the three worlds. He had the power of the gods, the strength of a hundred lions and the wisdom of the sages. Read his thrilling story...

  • Classification : Others
  • Pub Date : APR 15, 2012
  • Imprint : Hachette India Children's Books
  • Page Extent : 56
  • Binding : PB
  • ISBN : 9789350093245
  • Price : INR 199
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Anu Kumar

Anu Kumar is the author of more than 30 books for children. She has immersed herself in history for most of her life, having studied the subject in college and later at university. Besides writing for children, she also writes historical fiction for older readers, under the pseudonym Adity Kay. Her non-fiction articles are published regularly on Scroll.in.Anu lives in New Jersey, USA, with her family, and loves visiting museums and going on long hikes.

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