Mahabharata Vol.I, Part-I, Vol.II, Part-II and Vol.3 to Vol. XXII Adiparvan English & Sanskrit
- 1st ed
- Pune Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute 1997
- 1-79.24
Adi-Parvan begins with a table of contents and later forms background for the recital of Mahabharata by Ugrashravas-sauti at the snake-sacrifice. Gradually the Parvan incorporates the history of the Bhargava lineage, origin of the race of Bharata, burning down of the house of lac, killing of Hidimba as well as demon Baka, Svayamvara of Draupadee and acquisition of the kingdom by Pandavas.