Publisher's Synopsis
This reference, laid out in an encyclopaedic format offers information about Indian gods, goddesses, mythology, history, fine and performing arts, places of interest, dance, drama, music, social and philosophical concepts and about the Indian way of living and thinking.;The book reflects the author's belief that topics require to be set in their cultural context - for example, Indian classical dance cannot be properly understood without some knowledge of Indian mythology.;The book is illustrated and the text has been kept simple. The author is associated with numerous educational institutions in a variety of capacities as well as the research project Temple Theatre in India.
