Encyclopaedia of Indian Heritage (In 90 Volumes)

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This Encyclopaedia of Indian Heritage, offers a panoramic view of the heritage of India which abound in a variety of priceless gems in the shape of monumental literary works; profound theories of philosophical contemplation; apparently diverse schools of thought which rise from the same source; a great lineage of philosophical thinkers, saints, seers and religious leaders who have in the past and in the present guide man to the cosmic reality; an incomparable literary tradition; an infinite pantheon; the places of worship and pilgrimage; grandiose amount of scientific literature; arouse as much admiration and interest today as it has for ages. This monumental work is the most finite and comprehensive presentation on the great and enduring spiritual, cultural, historical and religious wisdom which together comprise the components of Indian heritage. The Encyclopaedia of Indian Heritage is the first publication to satisfy the need for a vast reference work in such a diverse field. The encyclopaedia, with well over 1100 descriptive articles incorporated in 40 grand subject divisions, features coverage of the entire spectrum of this living civilisation and its incomparable heritage. The encyclopaedia represents the works of some of the leading indologists who have extensively researched various components of Indian heritage. The contributors list is a virtual who’s-who of the classical period of indology including those from India, Europe and the Americas. Scholars, philosophers, researchers, students and educated layman will find this work an indispensable tool for finding authentic writings and references in any area of interest concerning the heritage of India.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Subodh Kapoor

Subodh Kapoor is known for the pioneering work he has published, titles The Hindus, Encyclopaedia of Hinduism, in five grand volumes providing, for the first time, an introductory work of enormous range and scope on Hinduism. His second work was an equally enterprising effort when he published The Buddhists, Encyclopaedia of Buddhism, in five large Volumes. But readers are enthusiastically awaiting his magnum opus, the Encyclopaedia of Indian Heritage, in 90 Volumes which has classified in 40 grand division covering the 4000 years of the glorious Indian heritage in a manner never attempted before. The work is a complete record of the Spiritual, Cultural, Social and Philosophical development of India. He has also compiled the most extensive and elaborate Dictionary of Hinduism. His Companion Encyclopaedia of Hindu Philosophy has also been published recently.

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Title
Encyclopaedia of Indian Heritage (In 90 Volumes)
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Edition
1st ed.
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ISBN
8177552112
Length
lxviii+2763p., x+2633p., xii+1526p., xiv+1278p., xii+1885p., xii+630p.,x+928 p., xxiv+1888p., x+335p., Illustrations; Maps.
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