Reading Notes: Mahabharata Part B

I liked the verse about after Draupadi is called for by her new master. I'm also completely appalled by the fact that Yudhishthir doesn't realize the dice are loaded and the fact that he continues playing beyond all reason. Who does that?

If I were to rewrite the verse it would be told in more of a story form. Of course, I would keep the dramatic words of the Queen.

I'm surprised she didn't yell at Yudhishthir, I would probably have her do that.
I was also appalled by the way they drug her to Duhshashan. Ripping at her clothes and taking no account for the poor lady's wellbeing.

Story Source: Mahabharata, Epic of the Bharatas by Romesh C. Dutt

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