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- Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization
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- 1978
- Published by: Princeton University Press
- Series: Mythos: The Princeton/Bollingen Series in World Mythology
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A landmark work that demystifies the rich tradition of Indian art, Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization analyzes key motifs found in legend, myth, and folklore taken directly from the Sanskrit. It provides a comprehensive introduction to visual thinking and picture reading in Indian art and thought. Ultimately, the book shows that profound Hindu and Buddhist intuitions on the riddles of life and death are universally recognizable.
Table of Contents
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- Title Page, Copyright
- pp. 2-5
- Editor's Foreword
- pp. 6-7
- List of Plates
- pp. 10-17
- 1. Eternity and Time
- pp. 18-37
- 2. The Mythology of Vishnu
- pp. 38-73
- 3. The Guardians of Life
- pp. 74-137
- 4. The Cosmic Delight of Shiva
- pp. 138-203
- 5. The Goddess
- pp. 204-231
- 6. Conclusion
- pp. 232-237
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