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The Illusion of Illusions: The Story of Yashodhara, Buddha's Wife

The Illusion of Illusions: The Story of Yashodhara, Buddha's Wife

Bansal, Sunita Pant

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Fantasy

ISBN10: 9361562053
ISBN13: 9789361562051
Publisher: Rupa Publications India
Published: Sep 29 2026
Pages: 240
Weight: 0.52
Height: 0.55 Width: 5.06 Depth: 7.81
Language: English

The Illusion of Illusions unveils the untold story of Princess Yashodhara, the wife of Prince Siddharth of Kapilvastu--known to the world as the Buddha. In this deeply moving retelling, Yashodhara emerges as a passionate, resilient, and fiercely independent woman whose forty-nine-year journey toward self-realization mirrors her husband's quest for enlightenment.

When Siddharth leaves behind his wife and newborn son to seek answers to humanity's greatest questions, he believes he is serving a higher purpose. But what of Yashodhara, left to face life's trials alone? While Siddharth becomes the Buddha, Yashodhara too embarks on her own path of awakening, one defined by silent strength, sacrifice, and grace.

Told from Yashodhara's perspective, The Illusion of Illusions is a powerful story of love, loss, and transformation--a testament to the courage of a woman who discovers enlightenment within herself and becomes an inspiration for generations to come.

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