Hinduism and Modernity by Smith, David

Hinduism and Modernity (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780631208624)

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Hinduism and Modernity by Smith, David

Hinduism and Modernity

$55.95
Hinduism and Modernity by Smith, David

Hinduism and Modernity

$55.95
Format: Paperback
Description
Description
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This examination of Hinduism in the context of modernity will be of interest to all students of Hinduism, as well as to those interested in the sociology and history of religion.

  • Shows Hinduism to be a highly dynamic world-view which challenges western notions of modernity.
  • Considers a broad range of topics including women, the caste system, the self, divinities and gurus.
  • Contains up-to-date discussions of modern Hindu culture and beliefs.


Author: David Smith
ISBN-10: 0631208623
ISBN-13: 9780631208624
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Language: English
Published: 02/04/2003
Pages: 264
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 9.14h x 5.90w x 0.78d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 01/01/2004 pg. 928
Books & Culture 07/01/2005 pg. 42
By David Smith
By David Smith
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David Smith is Reader in Indian Religions at Lancaster University. He has published two books on classical Indian culture, Ratnakara's Haravijaya (1985) and The Dance of Siva (1996).

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