A brilliant book that defies societal norms and makes one dwell into the grey areas that continue to fight for a place in our conservative society. Devdutt Pattanaik, has brilliantly established the supremacy of emotions above norms. Most importantly, the book challenges the societal duties and obligations that have come to be associated with genders. A page-turner, this work of fiction is a definite read for anyone prejudiced because of gender biases. The Pregnant King, is an awesome book which highlights the confusion and the generalization of being a man or a woman. It highlights life and different rituals during the times of the great war of Kuru Kshetra, and its relevance to todays lifestyle. It emphasizes how your sexual orientation and your whole outlook of having rigid norms for each of the sexes, decides your thought process. The best take away is the conflicting - Desire vs Dharma. How if we take away Dharma, man/woman are just living beings with no rules. With Dharma comes the organized thought process, limitation and the wisdom to decide or judge.If you appreciate mythology,and can pronounce ancient Hinduic names, you must read this book. The english is very simple, and is a small book.. Happy reading
