Vedic India produced a number of women whose learning, wisdom and knowledge placed them on a high pedestal in society. This book on the life of Maitreyi, wife of sage Yagyavalkya, is part of the series 'Hamaare Pauranic Charitra'. The first few chapters briefly deal with the place women enjoyed in Vedic times and then follows the story of Maitreyi who became immortal in history for the great virtues.