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The Hindu Tradition

Readings in Oriental Thought

Ainslie T. Embree

Explore the essential meaning of the Hindu tradition and its dominance in India over the past three thousand years in this compilation of basic Hindu writings. This book includes religious, literary, and philosophic works, as well as introductory material summarizing historical developments and cultural movements. While the focus is on religion, there are also selections on social life, politics, and the Indian attitude to love and passion. Discover the remarkable vitality and creativity of Indian culture and how it has endured through the centuries.
Publish Date
1972-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
1972-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 1966
Goodreads Rating
3.98
ISBN
0394717023
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