From the Publisher
Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik graduated in medicine from Bombay University
and conducts stress-management workshops for various organizations.
His abiding interest in Indian myths led him to the formal study of
comparative mythology.
About the Author
Devdutt Pattanaik is a well known author.His area of specialisation
is Hinduism,Hindu Mythology and Hindu Gods and Goddessess.
Book Description
This book is an attempt to understand the meaning of Shiva worship
in our time exploring various pictorialimages of shiva iconography,taking
us through Shaivite philosophy,beliefs,history,folklore and myth.Written
in a simple narrative style,and interspersed with familiar and unfamiliar
tales retold,the book reaches out to young and old alike.
Highlights include lucid explanations and a pictorial key to numerous
symbols associated with Shaivite rutual and festival practices,a
map of India showing important Shiva temples including the twelve
jyotir-lingas,a list of 108 sacred names of Shiva with their meanings,a
biblliography for those interested in learning more,and over 150
illustrations of which many are in colour
