[PDF] Myths Of Middle India eBook

Author : Verrier Elwin
Publisher :
Page : 556 pages
File Size : 13,39 MB
Release : 1949
Category : Social Science
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This work is an anthology of 540 distinct tribal myths of origin from central India. These myths were all recorded, most for the very first time, in the course of field work. "Man and the Universe," "The Natural World," "Human Life," and "Human Institutions," are the subject divisions for the myths and include such chapters on air and water, mammals, food, disease, and custom and taboo. Each myth is preceded by the related tribe's name and where it was recorded. In the introduction to each chapter, which analyzes the relevant category of myths and assigns origin, other myths from the region and from other parts of India are noted and parallels drawn. Rich in detail, this volume will be essential to scholars and general readers alike.

Author : Shakti M. Gupta
Publisher :
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 25,52 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Social Science
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Third revised and enlarged edition, incl. 28 b&w ills. - Trees and plants play an important part in the myths and customs of India. Many are considered holy, often for reasons that are lost in the mists of antiquity - they are associated with gods, planets, months, etc...

Author : William Radice
Publisher : Penguin Enterprise
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 38,68 MB
Release : 2016
Category : Legends
ISBN : 9780143426219

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Since time immemorial, India has been an ocean bed over which numerous stories have flowed and enriched the world. Storytellers from Tulsidas to Rohinton Mistry have added their magic to this magnificent repository. Inspired in part by Somadeva's Kathasaritasagara, William Radice collects these timeless tales of India, and tells them anew through his unique idiom. Like itinerant storytellers, he fills these tales with emotion and wit, bringing them alive for the contemporary reader. In Volume 2, the first section begins with the Hindu myth about Brahma's creation of bodies, while the Mahabharata section starts with the notorious dice-game and ends with the death of Abhimanyu. True to India's diversity, the third section of both volumes comprises legends and folk tales from Hindu, Muslim, Buddhist, Jain, Christian and tribal sources. The volumes of Myths and Legends of India are a treasure to delight in and cherish.

Author : Donald A. Mackenzie
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
Page : 704 pages
File Size : 37,43 MB
Release : 2023-10-01
Category : Social Science
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Indian Myth and Legend by Donald A. Mackenzie is a comprehensive collection of mythological tales from India. The book delves into the rich tapestry of Indian mythology, featuring captivating stories of gods, goddesses, heroes, and epic battles, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the cultural and religious heritage of the subcontinent. Key Points: Mackenzie's collection brings to life the captivating myths and legends from various regions of India, including stories from Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions, showcasing the diversity and complexity of Indian mythology and its enduring significance in the lives of its people. The book explores the symbolism, moral lessons, and cosmic themes embedded in Indian mythology, shedding light on the beliefs, rituals, and spiritual practices associated with these ancient tales, offering readers a glimpse into the profound wisdom and spiritual depth of Indian culture. Indian Myth and Legend serves as a valuable resource for those interested in comparative mythology, religious studies, or those simply captivated by the enchanting stories of gods, goddesses, and legendary heroes that have shaped the collective imagination of India for centuries.

Author : Anita Nair
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 13,39 MB
Release : 2015-05-22
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 935118353X

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When Surya the sun god got married, his wife could not bear the heat of his rays and ran away. Surya was heartbroken and the world plunged into darkness. A dwarf asked a king for some land, which he measured with three footsteps, and ended up claiming the earth and the sky. Sage Daksha got his daughters married to the moon, but later, in a fit of rage, cursed the moon with consumption, making it wax and wane. These are some of the fifty myths from India recounted in this fabulously produced book. From wise sages to demonic asuras, beautiful river deities to arrogant kings, wayward gods to brave princes, this collection of myths showcases the most enchanting and magical stories from Indian mythology.