Hindu mythology books

Why I Am A Hindu by Shashi Tharoor

Prithvi, a twenty-one-year-old, is searching for a mysterious middle-aged aghori (Shiva devotee), Om Shastri, who was traced more than 200 years ago before he was captured and transported to a high-tech facility on an isolated Indian island. When the aghori was drugged and hypnotized for interrogation by a team of specialists, he claimed to have witnessed all four yugas (the epochs in Hinduism) and even participated in both Ramayana and Mahabharata.

Narasimha by Kevin Missal, the first book in the Mahaavatar Trilogy picks on the topic of dharma and adharma. A retelling of the fourth Vishnu avatar, it is centered around the story of Narasimha, Hiranyakashyap, and Prahlad.

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These Indian mythology books are sure to entertain as well as teach you more about Indian culture, tradition, and history. In undergrad, with a concentration in South Asian history, we studied classic books on Indian mythology including The Ramayana and The Mahabharata. At the time, Mount Holyoke College and Smith offered the best South Asian...

Shikhandi and other tales they don't tell You by Devdutt Pattanaik

The Palace of Illusions by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni A reimagining of the world-famous Indian epic, the Mahabharat—told from the point of view of an amazing woman. Relevant to today’s war-torn world, The Palace of Illusions takes us back to a time that is half history, half myth, and wholly magical. Narrated by Panchaali, the wife…

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Unlock the enchanting world of Hindu mythology with ‘Who is Who in Hindu Mythology’ by Surya N. Maruvada. Dive into the fascinating lives of gods, goddesses, and mythical beings, where each story unravels the profound wisdom and beauty of ancient traditions. If you love exploring the realms of deities and legends, this is your gateway to understanding the cosmic connections that shape our cultural heritage. Which character intrigues you the most? 🌿⚡ {book post, bookish post, hindu my...

When Vishnu Goes to Sleep OR All about the seasons according to Hindu mythology.

These feminist books about Indian mythology experiment with the genre to establish that the male perception is not the only truth.

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Here are true histories of individuals and families who formally entered Hinduism over the years. The tales illustrate the six steps of ethical conversion which are detailed in the book: 1) joining a Hindu community; 2) creating a point-counterpoint of the beliefs of Hinduism and one?s previous religion; 3) severing from former mentors; 4) legally adopting a Hindu name; 5) having a namakarana samskara, the traditional Hindu name-giving ceremony and 6) publicly announcing the severance and…