Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
- An authoritatve and accessible A-to-Z guide to the mythologies and legends of India, Tibet and Sri Lanka.- Over 160 alphabetical entries describe the central mythical figures of the area and their importance in the ancient world.- Superb pictorial feature spreads illustrate the themes and symbols at the heart of each culture, such as the Avatars of Vishnu, the Mother Goddess, the Life of the Buddha, and Bodhisattvas and Tirthankaras.