Product Description

Hindus is an introduction to the evolution, multidimensional nature and influences of Hinduism. Julius Lipner explores the religion as a family of religions rather that a monlithic entity. His approach is thematic and considers various topics such as the staus of women, the role of tradition and the narrative quality of Hindu faith. Born and raised in India, Lipner draws on his experience to explain what it means to be a Hindu in a changing world.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #338583 in Books
• Published on: 1998-08-13
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 392 pages

Review
This book is quite simply the best book I have read on Hinduism in a long time.
–Girish Karnad, Indian playwright

Julius Lipners book is scholarly but at the same time very readable guide to Hinduism - a religion which is all to often misunderstood and mispresented.
–Mark Tully, former BBC Dehli Correspondent

Mark Tully, former BBC Dehli Correspondent
"Julius Lipner's book is scholarly but at the same time very readable guide to Hinduism - a religion which is all to often misunderstood and mispresented."

Ingram
An introduction to the evolution, multidimensional nature, and influences of Hinduism, this most comprehensive treatment of Hindu beliefs and practices explores the religion as a family of religions rather than a monolithic entity.

Customer Reviews

Course Textbook
I find this book very good however it is more directed to someone who is interested in general about the topic. Rather than as a course textbook.