Author: STORM, RACHEL
Title: Indian Mythology: Miths and Legends of India, Tibet and Sri Lanka
Description: Anness Publishing Limited, London. 2000, 2nd Edition. (ISBN: 1843094177). Soft cover. Book, English Text; Paperback.; 22,8 x 29,6 cm; 0.5 Kg; 96 pages with colour illustration throughout; New, showing only signs of shelf wear. Interior as new.; An authoritative A to Z guide to the mythologies and legends of India, Tibet and Sri Lanka. Over 140 alphabetic entries describe the central mythical figures of each religion or culture and their importance to the people of the ancient world. Superb pictorial spreads illustrate the themes and symbols at the heart of each culture, from the Avatars of Vishnu, the Mother Goddess, and the life of the Buddha to Bodhisattvas and Tirthankaras. Wonderfully illustrated with over 150 colour images depicting the mythological gods, stories and people of old, this books looks at the current relevance of these enthralling legends. Lively and informed narrative written by an expert on myths and mythology. A unique and indispensable reference to the exciting tales and ancient legends of the East. Fine/No Jacket.

Keywords: 1843094177 india,miths,legends,tibet,sri lanka


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