A Brief Introduction to Hinduism Contributor(s): Partridge, Christopher (Editor), Dowley, Tim (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1506450342 ISBN-13: 9781506450346 Publisher: Fortress Press OUR PRICE: $18.81 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2018 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Religion | Hinduism - Ritual & Practices |
Series: Brief Introductions to World Religions |
Physical Information: 0.2" H x 7.5" W x 9.2" (0.50 lbs) 104 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This brief introduction to Hinduism is designed to help readers understand this important religious tradition. With both nuance and balance, this text provides broad coverage of various forms of Hinduism with an arresting layout with rich colors. It offers both historical overviews and modern perspectives on Hindu beliefs and practices. The user-friendly content is enhanced by charts of religious festivals, historic timelines, updated maps, and a useful glossary. It is ideal for courses on Hinduism and South Asian religions and will be a useful, concise reference for all readers eager to know more about this important religious tradition and its place in our contemporary world. |