Kalki (Books)

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Kalki was the pen name of R. Krishnamurthy, a notable Tamil writer, critic, and journalist. His works are celebrated for their deep exploration of Tamil history and culture, often set against the backdrop of ancient kingdoms. He skillfully wove historical events with fictional narratives, bringing the past to life for his readers. His writing is characterized by engaging storytelling and rich language that captivated a wide audience.

Ponniyin selvan

454 pages
16 hours of reading

Ponniyin Selvan is Kalki R Krishnamurthy's magnum opus, set in 10th century Tamil Nadu, exploring the early life of Emperor Rajaraja the 1st. It might have been written more than 60 years ago, but this saga is timeless, reeling in readers with a gripping plot interwoven with intrigue, conspiracies, mystery, romance and adventure. Fresh Floods is Book 1 of a total of five volumes. Who is the rightful heir to the ancient Chozha throne? Will Madhuranthakar-son of the eldest son-or Aditha Karikalan-the grandson of the younger-wear the crown? And will justice prevail in this struggle for power? Follow our young, enthusiastic hero Vallavarayan Vandhiyathevan on his fascinating journey, as this historical fiction based on real characters and incidents unfolds at a spell-binding pace, delving deep into human tendencies, desires, personal motives, political ambitions and the fight to gain power at all costs.

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