Classical Hindu Mythology A Reader in the Sanskrit Puranas
Cornelia Dimmitt and J.A.B. Buitenen

Language: English ISBN: 9788120839724 Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publishers Pvt. Ltd. Edition: 2015 Time of Expedition: Immediate  Size:  225 X   145 mm. cover: Hardcover Pages: 373 Availibility: Available   Price : 18  $ USD   Add to Cart   Add Book to Favorites ^ Summary: The Mahapuranas embody the received tradition of Hindu mythology. This anthology contains fresh translations of these myths, only a few of which have ever been available in English before, thus providing a rich new portion of Hindu mythology. Description: The book is organized into six chapters. "Origins" contains myths relating to creation, time, and space. "Seers, Kings and Supernaturals" relates tales of rivers, trees,animals, demons, and men, particularly heroes and sages. Myths about the chief gods are dealt with in three separate chapters: Krsna, Visnu, and Siva. The chapter The Goddess presents stories of the wives and lovers of the gods, as well as of Kali,the savage battle goddess.