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Available
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Publication
New Directions (1965), Paperback, 224 pages
Description
Originating in Tamil mythology, Cilappatikaram is the love story of Kannaki and Kovalan. Kannaki wears a circular anklet representing the power, strength and dignity of the goddess Pattini. Goddess status is bestowed upon Kannaki as her life undergoes the same fate as the anklet that is stolen and used as a weapon.
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Language
Original language
Tamil
Original publication date
1993 (English translation)
Physical description
224 p.; 7.9 inches
ISBN
0811200019 / 9780811200011