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Puranaanooru 225 – Sounds of absence

Sangam Lit

English - September 15, 2023 05:20 - 6 minutes - 5.61 MB - ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
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In this episode, we perceive fascinating poetic devices to portray the power of a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 225, penned about the Chozha King Nalankilli by the poet Aalathur Kizhaar. Set in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Common Themes', the verse reveals the dominance of this king when alive.