Vedic Mythology
Author Macdonell, A A
Year 2022
Binding Hardback
Pages Reprint, 187p, ind, 26 cm.
ISBN10, ISBN13 9385719440, 9789385719448
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About the Book:
This book occupies a very important position in the study of the history of religions. It traces the earliest stage in the evolution of beliefs which constitute the source of religious concepts of the majority of the modern Indians. The book is divided into seven chapters and is well documented with Sanskrit and general index. This book is definitely a valuable contribution to the Vedic mythology.

Contents:

  • Introduction
  • Vedic Conceptions of the World and Its Origin
  • The Vedic Gods
  • Mythical Priests and Heroes
  • Animals and Inanimate Objects
  • Demons and Fiends
  • Eschatology

About the Author:
Arthur Anthony Macdonell, M.A., Ph.D. (1854-1930), of Corpus Christi College, Oxford, was Boden Professor of Sanskrit and Fellow of Balliol.