Review
Her account of the emergence of new Goddesses, particularly Khir Bhavani in Kashmir, is fascinating, engaging and significant. -- Dr. Kapila Vatsyayan, March, 2002
This book on Khir Bhavani is interesting and over due...(T)his book will certainly help to overcome the lacuna. -- Dr. Karan Singh, August 2001
This book on Khir Bhavani is interesting and over due...(T)his book will certainly help to overcome the lacuna. -- Dr. Karan Singh, August 2001
Product Description
In her present book Madhu B. Wangu gives a fascinating account of the emergence of the Kashmiri Goddess Khir Bhavani. She analyzes and interprets her historic context, sacred text, paintings and her temple at Tulmul in Kashmir, uncovering some engaging interpretations. Dr. Wangu's appealing writing and her significant researach will engage general readers. They will understand how milliions of Hindu deites have emerged. Expatriated Kashmirirs around the world, who feel nostaligic about the valley will enjoy rediscovering the tradition and history of their favorite goddess. Kashmiri pandits, in particular, will discern some of their peculiarities as Khir Bhavani represents their ethos as well as their worldview.
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