The present research paper takes into account the narrative perspectives, points of view and divergences in the modern retellings (novels) of the Indian epic Mahabharata, directing attention to Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’s novel “The Palace of Illusions” by comparing it with the actual epic. The paper investigates the effect of different perspectives in shaping the plot, themes, events and portrayal of characters. The paper attempts to conduct a comparative analysis of the point of view in the novel with that of the original epic ‘Mahabharata’. Through this comparative study, the paper aspires to shed light on the diverse interpretations, reinterpretations, and reimaginations found in contemporary literature, which significantly deviate from the storyline of the original epic narrative.
Research Scholar, CMP College, University of Allahabad, Allahabad
