Mudrarakshasa     (HINDI)

Mudrarakshasa (HINDI)

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Author: Vishakadatta
Translator(s)/ Editors(s): Sanghaya Raghv
Publisher: Rajpal
Year: 2008
Language: Hindi
Pages: 104
ISBN/UPC (if available): 9788170287704

Description

Mudrarakshasa is a historical play of the nataka type in seven acts written by Visakhadatta in 6th Century A.D. in which Chanakya, the minister of king Chandragupta of Pataliputra, wins over Rakshasa, the minister of the Nandas to the side of Chandragupta.

It is an unique play in many respects. The play is based on a political theme and it bears testimony to the consummate skill of Visakhadatta as a dramatist. It does not present any of the recognized dramatic sentiments (rasa), but introduces a new, hitherto unrecognized sentiment of intense rivalry between two sharp-witted ministers dedicated to the service of their respective kings.

Contents

PREFACE

INTRODUCTION

CHARACTERS

Act I: How the Signet Ring was Acquired

Act II: What Rakshasa Thought

Act III: The concocted Quarrel

Act IV: Rakshasa’s Activities

Act V: The Cunning Letter

Act VI: The Fake Noose

Act VII: The Reconciliation