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Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization

Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization

Heinrich Zimmer

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Princeton University Press
Año de edición:
2026
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Literatura: historia y crítica
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9780691279428
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A classic introduction to Indian art by acclaimed scholar Heinrich ZimmerIn this landmark study of Indian art and religion, Heinrich Zimmer offers a compelling introduction to the visual language of India’s sacred traditions. Featuring seventy illustrations and drawing directly from Sanskrit sources, Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization explores the meanings of key motifs in myth, legend, and folklore. With clarity and insight, the book reveals how Hindu and Buddhist symbols express timeless human concerns in ways that resonate across cultures and eras.

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