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Amish Tripathi
Amish Tripathi is the author behind the bestselling Shiva Trilogy, starting with The Immortals of Meluha. His books blend mythology and history, bringing ancient Indian stories to life for modern readers.
The Immortals of Meluha
Synopsis
Set in 1900 BC, the ancient land of Meluha, a near-perfect empire founded by Lord Ram, is in grave danger. Its primary river is drying up, and devastating terrorist attacks from the Chandravanshis, who have allied with the sinister Nagas, threaten its very existence. An ancient legend speaks of a hero who will emerge when all hope seems lost. Could Shiva, a rough-hewn Tibetan immigrant, be this prophesied savior, and will he embrace his destiny to lead the Suryavanshis against their enemies?
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ShivaProtagonist
A Tibetan tribal chief whom the Meluhans come to believe is the prophesied Neelkanth, destined to save their empire.
SatiSupporting
A Meluhan princess and skilled swordswoman, branded a Vikarma and forbidden to marry until Shiva's arrival changes her fate.
NandiSupporting
A captain in the Meluhan army who becomes one of Shiva's most loyal and devoted followers.
BrahaspatiSupporting
Meluha's chief scientist and inventor, who befriends Shiva and oversees the empire's prized Somras elixir.
DakshaSupporting
The reigning emperor of Meluha, who welcomes Shiva to the capital Devagiri as the prophesied Neelkanth.
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