An Introduction To Hinduism

This book provides a much-needed thematic and historical introduction to Hinduism, the religion of the majority of people in India. Beginning with the question - What is Hinduism?, Dr. Flood traces the development of Hindu traditions from their ancient origins, thought the major deities of Visnu, Siva and the Goddess, to the modern world. Hinduism as a both a global religion and a form of nationalism is discussed. It distinguished by exceptionally useful chapter divisions, good detail combined with ease of reading, and a particular focus on the integrated quality of the evolution of Hindu thought....The book's balance between scholarly detail and clear, readable elucidation of issues is commendable....In all, this is a valuable contribution to the undergraduate classroom. Libraries whose Hinduism holdings include other good introductions should, nonetheless, acquire this one.