The Book of DeviDevi, Mother and Protector of the World, is one of the most loved figures of Hindu iconography. In her various incarnations, Devi is warrior, mother, faithful wife, and the fount of knowledge, delivering all that her devotees ask of her. Bulbul Sharma tells the fascinating story of Devi in this book, drawing upon the many strands of myth and legend contained in ancient scriptures and also in folklore. She looks at how these stories were created, how they changed down the ages, and the vision of the world they uphold. Rich in drama and symbolism, these stories live today with the same intensity as they did when they were first told. |
Contents
Durga | 9 |
Sati | 31 |
Lakshmi | 45 |
Saraswati | 61 |
Sita | 77 |
Radha | 107 |
Ganga | 129 |
Village Goddesses and Minor Deities | 143 |
Hymn to Aparajita | 158 |
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