Book Details

• Language: English
• Cover: Paperback
• ISBN: 9789350870532
• Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.5 x 1.6 inches
• Original Author: Kalki Krishnamurthy

About the Book

Sivakamiyin Sabadham is one of the greatest masterpieces of Tamil historical fiction by Kalki Krishnamurthy, celebrated for his rich storytelling, historical depth, and unforgettable characters. Set in seventh-century South India, the novel recreates the dramatic political and cultural conflicts between the powerful Chalukya emperor Pulikesi II and the Pallava rulers Mahendra Varman and Narasimha Varman.

The narrative begins with the unexpected invasion of the Pallava kingdom by Pulikesi II and follows the strategic efforts of Mahendra Varman to defend Kanchi despite having a smaller and less equipped army. Alongside political warfare and military intrigue, the novel weaves a deeply emotional story centered on the love between Crown Prince Narasimha Varman and Sivakami, the gifted danseuse and daughter of the renowned sculptor Aayanar.