The post explores the concept of "mythoscopy," which examines how traditional stories evolve over time, using the tales of Rāma and Krishna as focal points. It highlights Shabari's story within the Rāmāyana, showcasing its transformation from simple devotion to a powerful symbol of equality. This adaptability is crucial for enduring narratives.
In the sixth of the UGLIE series, we throw caution to air and go further on the story of the third brother, of the Two Brothers who were the "fathers" of the Warring Cousins of the M-Story. | Do read, comment and discuss. Share but beware! | Word Count: 1592 | Flesch Kincaid Grade Level: 5.7 |
In the fifth of the UGLIE series, we play a little, and drop innuendo and/or foreshadowing, for an interesting story of the third brother, of the Two Brothers who were the "fathers" of the Warring Cousins of the M-Story. | Do read, comment and discuss. Share but beware! | Word Count: 1544 | Flesch Kincaid Grade Level: 4.3 |
In the fourth of the UGLIE series, we bring forth a favorite theory of the author. Let's call it cryptically the Three Men in a Thought. Link to earlier post before the actual story starts. We use the excuse of our now old friend Edward to travel far and wide. A few explanatory off-server external links. Ignore “red” text if you dislike "too much" word-play and/or humor! | Do read, comment and discuss. Share but beware! | Word Count: 2019 | Flesch Kincaid Grade Level: 5 |
In the third of the UGLIE series, we skip to the Regency of Terribelus. We examine possible source of few slightly suspect "facts" of the tale, neither confirming nor denying... just stating options. May be that should be left to each listener not the teller of these tales. Link to earlier post before the actual story starts. We introduce an as-of-now silent narrator, Mr. Edward. A few explanatory off-server external links. | Do read, comment and discuss. Share but beware! | Word Count: 1873 | Flesch Kincaid Grade Level: 4.8 |
In the second of the UGLIE series, we examine the possible setting of the "terrible oath" of Terribellus. Also we make almost-risque jokes about one of the strangest tales, of desire and untoward consequences of the same. Kindly stop sniggering! We end the episode when the three names mentioned in the title are justified, in a way. Link to earlier post in the first paragraph. A few explanatory off-server external links, including a few of foot-tapping numbers on Youtube (content not owned by us). Ignore “red” text if you are easily offended. | Do read, comment and discuss. Share but beware! | Word Count: 2265 | Flesch Kincaid Grade Level: 4.9 |
In the first of the UGLIE series, we discuss the divine origins of Terribelus, the son of King Pacificus Atomus of the Kingdom of Elephantiston. Kindly stop sniggering! We stop dramatically just when the seeds of his misfortune are visible in the narrative. A few explanatory off-server external links. Ignore "red" text if you are easily offended. | Do read, comment and discuss. Share but beware! | Word Count: 1447 | Flesch Kincaid Grade Level: 5 |
Just a prologue to a proposed series. Based extremely loosely on an epic I love. To bits. As promised to a dear friend and batch-mate on an instant-messaging platform. One external link at the time of writing. | Do read, comment and discuss. Share but beware! | Word Count: 1686 | Flesch Kincaid Grade Level: 5.5 |
Based on an off-hand discussion, gone out of hand, with the better-half, with a better understanding of the world, the nominal author spun a tale of perspective. Based on the prior knowledge of an Indian Epic Tale of Cousin Warfare, but exploring the parallel worlds of choice. Timed just before the series of events through which reality decided who was "right", based on who won, this episode of literary schizophrenia explores the possibility of each side seeing themselves to be on the side of "right", and still self-aware that posterity may cut them a raw deal. No external links at the time of writing | Do read, comment and discuss. Share but beware! | Word Count: 2579 | Flesch Kincaid Grade Level: 4 |
There is a special corner of hell for people who make inane puns as conversation starters, and then write whole lot of text to justify that misadventure. With that pitiful excuse for an aphorism out of my creatively constipated constitution, let me be less obtuse, or try at least! One of the recurring observations I … Continue reading On the 27th Parallel or Near About
Random Mythoscopy 