Durga As Mahisasuramardini: a Dynamic Myth of Goddess [Hardcover]

The first time study fo the mythology of Goddess as the destroyer of the buffalo demon, meticulously researched from ancient texts and figures and explaining.Her intrinsic symbolism. A good collection of the beautiful photographs related to this subject enhances the value of this study. About The Author:- This is the first work published by Dr. Indira S. Aiyar (gold medalist). The rich information presented here on all aspects of the goddess myth shows the in-depth study of the subject. The author is continuing her research on her favourite subject in Indology. She contributes articles and book-reviews to journals and periodicals. At present she is associated with the editorial work of a bi-monthly Tattvaloka (Mumbai). Contents:- Introduction • Study of Myth and its Meaning • The Cult of the Mother Goddess (Origin and Diffusion) • Vedic Period • The Matrs and Kali • Durga–The Great Goddess • Conclusion • Bibliography • Index The Title 'Durga As Mahisasuramardini: a Dynamic Myth of Goddess written/authored/edited by Indira S. Aiyarforeword By Ajay Mitra Shastri', published in the year 1997. The ISBN 9788121205108 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 436 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is RELIGION / PHILOSOPHY. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol:-