Classical hindu mythology: a reader in the sanskrit puranas
Auteur :
Dimmitt, Cornelia
Éditeur :
Temple University Press,U.S.
ISBN :
9780877221227
Date de publication :
15 juin 1978
Dimensions :
22,9 x 15,2 x 2,5 cm
Poids :
513 g
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
The "Mahapuranas" embody the received tradition of Hindu mythology. This anthology contains fresh translations of these myths. It includes chapters such as: "Origins"; "Seers, Kings and Supernaturals"; "Krsna," "Visnu," and "Siva"; and, "The Goddess" that presents stories of the wives and lovers of the gods, as well as of Kali, the battle goddess.