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. In his book he has tried to assimilate the
various strands - mythology, sociology, philosophy - that have gone
in the making of a god of the Hindu pantheon - Vishnu - into his present
day acceptance as an object of devout worship and a symbol of sublime
art.
About the Author
Devdutt Pattanaik is Author par excellence in such subjects as Hinduism,Hindu
Gods and Hindu Goddessess.His style is simple and narrative in nature.
Book Description
This book is an attempt to understand the meaning of Vishnu worship
in our time.
Written in simple narrative style,it takes us through Vaishnava
imagery,philosophy,beliefs,customs,history,folklore and myth.
The book reaches out to young and old alike,retelling familiar
legends of Rama and Krishna as well as unfamiliar ones like those
of Vishnu's consort and son.Also included are tales of his lesser
known incarnations such as Prithu,Hamsa,Hayagriva and Mandhata.
Highlights include lucid explanations and a pictorial key to numerous
symbols associated with Vaishnava customs and rituals,a map shopwing
important Vishnu temples,a bibliograpghy for those interested in
learning more and over 200 illustrations of which many are in colour.
