Part of the Mahabharata, the Gita is a dialogue between Prince Arjuna and Lord Krishna, and its verses contain some of the key ideas of Hindu philosophy. Originally written well over 1,000 years ago, the Gita has proven to be a timeless source of wisdom, and Edward Viljoen's very accessible translation is written in concise, modern language that captures the power and depth of the original work. This edition also includes a character list, a glossary, and chapters exploring the back-story from the Mahabharata.