Location: International House 1414 East 59th Street Chicago, IL 60637

Join us for Chai and Samosas as we discuss the margins of the epic world.

One of the most remarkable features of the Mahabharata epic is its ability to question itself and the world of normative values from which it emerged. Beginning at the social and narrative margins of the epic world, this session will move into the heart of the epic story, where the characters find themselves trapped in contradictions, conflicts, and disturbing moral dilemmas, which continue to be relevant to our world today.

Join us for a lecture, food, and fun!

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Dr. Gowri Ramnarayan will be joined by Whitney Cox, Associale Professor in the Division of the Humanities. Dr. Cox's main interests are in the literary and intellectual history of southern India in the early second millennium CE.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Attendees should enter the Assembly Hall through the door on South Dorchester Avenue.

We are striving to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. Please be aware that our efforts are ongoing. For questions about accessibility or to request an accommodation, please contact mordion@kalapriya.org or call 312-436-2789. Requests should be made as early as possible prior to the event.