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Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni is an Indian-American author who interweaves mythology in her works that often incorporate elements of storytelling and retelling of Mythological texts in her unique narrative way . In her novels and short stories, Divakaruni often weaves elements of Indian mythology, folklore, and cultural traditions into her narratives. Her writing style often involves exploring the complex interplay between mythology and contemporary life, presenting ancient stories in a modern context that resonates with readers from various cultural backgrounds. Her renowned novel "The Palace of Illusions" is a retelling of the Indian epic Mahabharata from the perspective of Draupadi, a central female character in the epic. This novel demonstrates her interest in bringing new dimensions to familiar mythological tales by emphasizing the voices and experiences of often marginalized characters. She likely sees mythology and folklore as potent sources of inspiration that continue to offer valuable insights into human experiences, relationships, and societal dynamics across different eras and cultures.

mythology, myth, mahabharata

"CHITRA BANERJEE DIVAKARUNI INTERWEAVED MYTHOLOGY AS CENTRAL THEME IN HER NOVEL “THE PALACE OF ILLUSIONS” ", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 11, page no.a97-a100, November-2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2311014.pdf

"CHITRA BANERJEE DIVAKARUNI INTERWEAVED MYTHOLOGY AS CENTRAL THEME IN HER NOVEL “THE PALACE OF ILLUSIONS” ", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 11, page no. ppa97-a100, November-2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2311014.pdf