Hinduism : a very short introduction
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Published
Oxford : Oxford University Press, 2016.
ISBN
9780198745549, 0198745540
Lexile measure
1350L
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Published
Oxford : Oxford University Press, 2016.
Format
Book
Physical Desc
xviii, 138 pages : illustrations, map ; 18 cm.
Language
English
ISBN
9780198745549, 0198745540
Lexile measure
1350
Notes
General Note
Previous edition: 1998.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 121-130) and index.
Description
Hinduism is practiced by about 80 percent of India's population, and by about 30 million people outside India. But how is Hinduism defined, and what basis does the religion have? In this Very Short Introduction, Kim Knott provides clear insight into the beliefs and authority of Hindus and Hinduism, and considers the ways in which it has been affected by colonialism and modernity. The author also considers the challenges posed to Hinduism at the end of the twentieth century as it spreads far beyond India, and as concerns are raised about issues such as dowry, death, caste prejudice, and the place of women in Hindu society.,Publisher description.
Target Audience
1350L,Lexile
Language
Text in English.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Knott, K. (2016). Hinduism: a very short introduction (Second edition.). Oxford University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Knott, Kim. 2016. Hinduism: A Very Short Introduction. Oxford University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Knott, Kim. Hinduism: A Very Short Introduction Oxford University Press, 2016.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Knott, Kim. Hinduism: A Very Short Introduction Second edition., Oxford University Press, 2016.
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