Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization

Title
Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization
  • Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization by Heinrich Zimmer
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A landmark work that demystifies the rich tradition of Indian art, Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization analyzes key motifs found in legend, myth, and folklore taken directly from the Sanskrit. It provides a comprehensive introduction to visual thinking and picture reading in Indian art and thought. Ultimately, the book shows that profound Hindu and Buddhist intuitions on the riddles of life and death are universally recognizable.

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9780691176048
Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization
$17.95
Available In Store
Description

A landmark work that demystifies the rich tradition of Indian art, Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization analyzes key motifs found in legend, myth, and folklore taken directly from the Sanskrit. It provides a comprehensive introduction to visual thinking and picture reading in Indian art and thought. Ultimately, the book shows that profound Hindu and Buddhist intuitions on the riddles of life and death are universally recognizable.

Description

A landmark work that demystifies the rich tradition of Indian art, Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization analyzes key motifs found in legend, myth, and folklore taken directly from the Sanskrit. It provides a comprehensive introduction to visual thinking and picture reading in Indian art and thought. Ultimately, the book shows that profound Hindu and Buddhist intuitions on the riddles of life and death are universally recognizable.

ISBN
9780691176048
Publication Date
April 4, 2017
Binding
Paperback
Item Condition
New
Language
English
Pages
296
Series
Bollingen
Series Number
331
Keywords
Art | Asian | Indian & South Asian; Art | History | General; Religion | Hinduism | Sacred Writings; Religion | Buddhism | Sacred Writings; Literary Criticism | Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology