by Anonymous
First published 900
Krishna grows up among cowherd families in the ancient forests of India. He spends his days playing games with village children and sharing stolen butter with chattering monkeys. The young god delights in romantic encounters with cowherd maidens who are drawn to his divine charm. Each adventure reveals more of his miraculous nature, though he appears as a mischievous boy to those around him. These sacred stories from the Srimad Bhagavata Purana show Krishna's early years before his divine mission unfolds. The tales capture the joy and wonder of a god experiencing childhood, where every prank and friendship carries deeper meaning. Through Krishna's innocent adventures, readers witness the playful side of divinity itself.
Genres: mythology, adventure, folklore, hinduism
Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: divine-intervention, found-family
Setting: India
Period: Ancient
419 pages · Paperback · Penguin Classics