Introducing Hinduism

<p><i>Introducing Hinduism</i> is an invaluable resource for those seeking an authoritative and comprehensive academic overview of the key tenets and diverse practices of Hinduism past and present. This third edition includes substantial treatments of Tantra South India politics and gender as well as expanded discussions of Western configurations of Hinduism as in postural yoga and neo-nondual spirituality and Hinduism in popular culture. Its lively presentation features: updated case studies photographs and scenarios that invite the reader into the lived world of Hinduism; introductory summaries key points discussion questions and recommended reading lists at the end of each chapter; narrative summaries of the great epics and other renowned Hindu myths and lucid explanations of complex Indian philosophical teachings including Sankhya Vedanta and Kashmir Saivism; and a glossary timeline and pronunciation guide for an enhanced learning experience.</p>