Dhruva’s Penance: A Sanskrit Drama in Five Acts (1905)

Dhruva's Penance is a Sanskrit drama written by Padmanabhachar, C. M. and first published in 1905. The play is divided into five acts and tells the story of Dhruva, a young prince who is abandoned by his stepmother and seeks to gain the favor of the god Vishnu through intense penance. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and temptations, including a beautiful nymph who tries to seduce him. Ultimately, Dhruva's devotion and perseverance are rewarded, and he becomes a great king and a revered figure in Hindu mythology. The play features a diverse cast of characters, including gods, demons, sages, and animals, and explores themes of faith, duty, and the power of spiritual discipline. Dhruva's Penance is a classic work of Sanskrit literature and remains a popular text for scholars and enthusiasts of Indian drama.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.