ACK-E-870-Celestial Beings

Celestial Beings: Yakshas, Gandharvas, Apsaras and more

Amar Chitra Katha brings you stories of Apsaras and Gandharvas, celestial dancers and musicians who delighted audiences with their music and dance. Yakshas and Yakshis, the ancient spirits of the forest and rivers, revered as the bringers of fertility and prosperity. Vidyadharas, adept in all the sciences and secret mysteries, and always called upon to help in times of crisis. Kinnaras, bird-like creatures, adept at music and magic. Born to a particular role, these celestial beings face challenges and stand against adversity. Read here, among others, the stories of Kubera; a Yaksha and the lord of wealth, Menaka; an Apsara and the mother of Shakuntala, and Tumburu; a Gandharva who was cursed to turn into an ogre.

Enter the fascinating world of the Puranas, Vedas and Epics, where gods, goddesses, asuras and rakshasas roam. However, there is a whole other dimension filled with celestial beings. These divine or semi-divine creatures possess extraordinary powers and serve as messengers, entertainers, and helpers to the devas and asuras. Through Amar Chitra Katha, discover the enchanting tales of Apsaras and Gandharvas, celestial dancers and musicians who captivated audiences with their mesmerizing performances. Learn about Yakshas and Yakshis, ancient spirits of the forests and rivers that were revered as the bringers of fertility and prosperity. Vidyadharas, masters of all sciences and secrets, always ready to aid in times of crisis. And Kinnaras, bird-like creatures, skilled in music and magic, born to fulfill a specific purpose and brave all obstacles. Be inspired by the stories of Kubera, the lord of wealth and a Yak.

The universe of the Puranas, the Vedas and the Epics are peopled with gods and goddesses, asuras and rakshasas, sages and warriors. But there is another dimension. One that is filled with celestial beings. These celestial beings, either divine or semi-divine, possess magical powers and act as messengers, entertainers, courtiers and helpers to the devas and asuras.

Amar Chitra Katha brings you stories of Apsaras and Gandharvas, celestial dancers and musicians who delighted audiences with their music and dance. Yakshas and Yakshis, the ancient spirits of the forest and rivers, revered as the bringers of fertility and prosperity. Vidyadharas, adept in all the sciences and secret mysteries, and always called upon to help in times of crisis. Kinnaras, bird-like creatures, adept at music and magic. Born to a particular role, these celestial beings face challenges and stand against adversity.

Read here, among others, the stories of Kubera; a Yaksha and the lord of wealth, Menaka; an Apsara and the mother of Shakuntala, and Tumburu; a Gandharva who was cursed to turn into an ogre.

• Title : Celestial Beings: Yakshas, Gandharvas, Apsaras and more
• Volume/Serial : 870
• Total Pages : 132
• Script : English
• First Published : July 2024
• Publisher : Amar Chitra Katha