1 / 7DK The Illustrated Ramayana: Illustrated Edition, 392 Pages
Pages: DK’s The Illustrated Ramayana retells Rama’s journey with text and images drawn from historical and contemporary sources. This 392-page English edition is presented as a visual introduction to the epic, drawing on Valmiki and prepared in consultation with scholar and translator Dr. Bibek Debroy.
At a glance
- Combines the narrative with images from historic and contemporary artefacts, paintings, photographs and performances.
- Draws on the version attributed to Valmiki, with consultation from scholar and translator Dr. Bibek Debroy.
- Covers themes including love, loyalty, devotion, righteousness and deliverance alongside Rama’s conflict with Ravana.
Reference price: $65.00
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The text-and-image approach suits readers looking for a visual companion to the epic, not text alone.
- The listing describes scholarly consultation and a source tradition associated with Valmiki.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | DK |
|---|---|
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 392 pages |
| Publication date | Nov. 30 2021 |
| ISBN-10 | 0744042178 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-0744042177 |
| Weight listed | 1.77 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 23.8 x 2.7 x 28.3 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers seeking an illustrated retelling and visual introduction to the Ramayana.
- Readers interested in the epic’s narrative, cultural reach and themes.
Less suited to
- Readers looking specifically for an unillustrated text-only edition or a different translation, neither of which is established by the supplied listing.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights the book’s content and illustrations, with readers also describing it as informative and detailed. That praise is relevant for buyers seeking a visual guide alongside the story. Aggregate ratings are strongly favourable overall, but they do not establish how every reader will find the depth or presentation.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback praises the content and image quality.
- Readers describe the book as informative and detailed.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of edition is this?
The listing identifies it as an illustrated English edition with 392 pages and describes a combination of text and images.
What does the book cover?
It tells Rama’s story, including his exile, the conflict with Ravana and the rescue of Sita, with themes such as duty, love, loyalty and devotion.
Which version does the book draw on?
The listing says it draws from the work of Valmiki and was created in consultation with Dr. Bibek Debroy.
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