There exists a world beyond our mortal comprehension that tells the story of life before man. These are stories of the gods and goddesses who reign over humanity and wield the forces of the Universe. These are the stories that lay the foundations of a country a billion strong. These are the stories of INDIA AUTHENTIC. Deepak Chopra presents the tales of the immortal gods: Indra, Kaali, Ganesha, Uma and Shiva, whose stories are not mere fairy-tales but lessons in understanding one's own existence. Read the legends created before legends even existed, the legends that are authentically India...

Book by Mohapatra, Saurav

One life claimed by tragedy, one birth consumed by the flames of separation, I have been given a second chance by destiny, a second birth, a new life, to redeem myself and reclaim the love of my life. I am UMA, the all-mother. I too am Shakti, the power divine and this time I shall move mountains, march into the very mouth of hellfire to reunite with my love, my liege, Lord Shiva, God of Gods.' Virgin Comics and Deepak Chopra invite you to a timeless lovestory of epic proportions that transcends even the barriers of death and rebirth. Relive the legend of Uma, the benevolent mother goddess and her undying love for Lord Shiva. Deepak Chopra's India Authentic is a series of one-shot comic books from Virgin Comics which re-tell the iconic myths and legends of India for a global audience. The series has been created by Deepak Chopra (with Saurav Mohapatra),\[1\] who also presents the foreword for each issue.

'I was born with a fiery halo that threatened to undo the universe. Thus, Ganga the mighty mother-river bore me away from the Earth, deep into the uncharted heavens. I grew to manhood in the care of six maidens of the stars, the Kritika (Pleidas) of the night sky. Then, I returned to claim my rightful place in Svarga as heralded by an ancient prophecy. I am the slayer of demons and commander-in-chief of heaven's army, I am Kartikkeya, the son of Shiva.' Deepak Chopra and India Authentic bring you a story that tells of the birth and rise of one of heaven's most formidable warriors, Kartikkeya, the god of eternal youth. Deepak Chopra's India Authentic is a series of one-shot comic books from Virgin Comics which re-tell the iconic myths and legends of India for a global audience. The series has been created by Deepak Chopra (with Saurav Mohapatra),\[1\] who also presents the foreword for each issue.

Comic book created by Deepak Chopra, Number 1, May 2007

Deepak Chopra presents the tales of the immortal gods and goddesses of Indian myth who reign over humanity and wield the forces of the Universe. The tale of Andhaka, the Blind One. Born deformed, blind, and marooned at the door of the demon kingdom. Brought up under the harsh regimen of the demon warriors, Andhaka learnt to overcome and even surpass his natural disabilities, rising rapidly in the ranks of the demons. Ultimately, as their King, he embarks on a brutal campaign that brings him to the doorsteps of Mount Kailash, the abode of Lord Shiva and Uma. Here, a sad and awful truth awaits the blind champion of the demons, the truth behind his birth and his karma.

Virgin Comics and Deepak Chopra present the story of Saraswati, she of the white swan, daughter of Brahma and the wise but temperamental goddess of wisdom and learning. In an ancient age ridiculed by his wife for his lack of intellectual finesse, a young man named Kalidasa embarks on a quest to achieve enlightenment. His prayers are answered as Saraswati blesses him with the wisdom of sages and prophesizes his destiny to be the greatest of all poets, yet lost in his youthful enthusiasm the young poet hastily composes a hymn in honor of the goddess marveling at not only her wisdom and prowess, but also her ethereal beauty. Miffed at this seeming affront the goddess puts a curse on Kalidasa that he shall lose his glib tongue in the holy city of Varansie. Deepak Chopra's India Authentic is a series of one-shot comic books from Virgin Comics which re-tell the iconic myths and legends of India for a global audience. The series has been created by Deepak Chopra (with Saurav Mohapatra),\[1\] who also presents the foreword for each issue.