Illuminations from the Rāmāyana by Anna Johansson (Author)

Immerse yourself in this extraordinary collection of over three hundred captivating watercolor and ink artworks that offer a window into the divine pastimes of Lord Rāma as narrated by the sage Vālmīki. Anna Johansson’s intricate detail, delicate hues, and poetic charm beautifully convey the essence of this timeless epic. Accompanying the artwork is Vrinda Sheth’s brief yet vivid retelling of the Rāmāyana, which invites deep meditation. For countless generations, the Rāmāyana has captivated the imagination of many. Discover new dimensions of this rich tradition in Illuminations from the Rāmāyana.

About the Author: Anna Johansson (Annapurna Devi Dasi) is a distinguished water colour artist and illustrator whose paintings and illustrations reflect her deep interest in nature and the bhakti yoga tradition of ancient India. The sacred spiritual world has been vividly in her consciousness and heart since she was a teenager in Sweden and was further reinforced by living, paraying, and working sixteen years in an ashram/farm community in Sweden. Anna is basically a self-taught artist although she studied one year of art foundation in Sweden, has and completed an Associate degree in Art from Community College in Philadelphia.