Myths of the Hindus & Buddhists

by Ananda K. Coomaraswamy

Other authorsSister. Nivedita
Paper Book, 1967

Status

Available

Call number

294.513

Series

Myths & Legends

Tags

Indian Religions, Indian Scriptures, Hinduism, Buddhism

Genres

Collection

Gifts

Publication

New York : London : Dover ; Constable, 1967.

Description

Great stories of the epics; deeds of Krishna, Shiva, taken from puranas, Vedas, folk tales, more. 32 illustrations.

User reviews

LibraryThing member aulsmith
Abridged versions of Hindu myths, including the Ramayana, translated into English. I found this tough going. The translations seems okay, but I wasn't always sure what was happening or why. I think I need more of an explanation of the story and how it reflects Indian culture and religion.

Language

English

Original publication date

1913

ISBN

0486217590 / 9780486217598

Local notes

DS - Gift of Don Simpson

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