THE FIRE & THE RAIN OIP,Girish Karnad's latest play is based on a little-known myth from the Mahabharata. Intrigued by the tale's dramatic possibilities when he first came upon it, he worked on it for 37years, finally completing it when the prestigious Guthrie Theatre of Minneapolis, USA, commissioned him to write a play for them. Product Description: This play by one of India's foremost playwrights and actors is based on a story from the Mahabharata which tellingly illuminates universal themes - alienation, loneliness, love, family, hatred - through the daily lives and concerns of a whole community of individuals. "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.Terms of Sale: All books are new. Books are shipped by DHL or Air Mail. Shipping Terms: Shipping costs are based on books weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required.