Mahagatha by Satyarth Nayak

Mahagatha: 100 Timeless Tales from Indian Puranas, A Collection by Satyarth Nayak

About the Book

Mahagatha brings together 100 of the greatest mythological tales from the ancient Puranas of Hinduism in one powerful, illustrated volume. Compiled and retold by bestselling author Satyarth Nayak, this book takes you on a journey through the four yugas, revealing how every cosmic story is deeply connected to the next.

About the Author

Satyarth Nayak is a Mumbai-based author, screenwriter, and former SAARC Award-winning journalist with CNN-IBN. He holds a Masters in English Literature from St. Stephen’s College, Delhi, and is the author of the bestselling biography Sridevi: The Eternal Screen Goddess (Penguin, 2019). He also scripted Porus, India’s most expensive historical television series. His short stories have won the British Council award and appeared in Sudha Murty’s Penguin anthology.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is perfect for anyone who loves Indian mythology, wants to explore the Puranas without reading dense Sanskrit texts, or is simply curious about the stories of Hindu gods, demons, sages, and kings. It is equally enjoyable for curious teenagers, lifelong mythology fans, and first-time readers of Hindu scripture.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is Mahagatha by Satyarth Nayak about?
Mahagatha is a collection of 100 mythological tales drawn from the Puranas of Hinduism. The stories are arranged chronologically, starting from Creation in Satya Yuga and ending at the start of Kali Yuga, showing how each story connects to the next through karma and divine purpose.

Q2. Is Mahagatha suitable for readers who are new to Indian mythology?
Yes, absolutely. Satyarth Nayak has written each tale in simple, engaging English prose. Each story is just two to three pages long, making it easy to read even if you have no prior knowledge of the Puranas or Hindu scriptures.

Q3. Does Mahagatha include illustrations?
Yes. The book is an illustrated edition, featuring charming artwork that brings the gods, demons, and legendary moments to life on the page.

Q4. How many copies of Mahagatha have been sold?
Mahagatha has sold over one lakh (100,000) copies and is a Number 1 Bestseller. It also won the prestigious Dainik Jagran Kirti Samman for its Hindi translation, making it one of the most celebrated mythology books published in recent years.