Calon Arang
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A legend from Java and Bali tells the story of Mpu Baradah, who defeated Calon Arang and divided King Airlangga's kingdom into Janggala and Kadiri.
In this captivating novel, we are invited to explore the profound spiritual and emotional journey of Mpu Baradah, a powerful sage in search of life's perfection. Amid the grief that befalls his daughter, Wedawati, after losing her mother, Mpu Baradah strives to instill the values of Dharma and fill the void left behind. However, their journey is far from easy. Mpu Baradah must confront the dark forces threatening the Kingdom of Airlangga, including a curse originating from Calon Arang.
In his effort to resolve the division of King Airlangga's realm, Mpu Baradah attempts to split the kingdom between Airlangga's heirs into Eastern and Western Kingdoms. However, he faces conflict with Mpu Kuturan, who opposes the plan and threatens to invade Java with forces from across the Nusantara.
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