Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization (Mythos)

Title: Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization (Mythos)
Author: Heinrich Robert Zimmer
ISBN: 0691017786
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 1972
Binding: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher Description:

A landmark work that demystifies the rich tradition of Indian art, Myths and Symbols in Indian Art and Civilization analyzes key motifs found in legend, myth, and folklore taken directly from the Sanskrit. It provides a comprehensive introduction to visual thinking and picture reading in Indian art and thought. Ultimately, the book shows that profound Hindu and Buddhist intuitions on the riddles of life and death are universally recognizable.