The Book of Devi

The Book of Devi
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Publisher : Penguin Books India
Total Pages : 172
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ISBN-10 : 0143067664
ISBN-13 : 9780143067665
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Book Synopsis The Book of Devi by : Bulbul Sharma

Download or read book The Book of Devi written by Bulbul Sharma and published by Penguin Books India. This book was released on 2010-06 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Devi, 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.


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