India's Religions: Perspectives from Sociology and History (Oxford in India Readings in Sociology and Social Anthropology)

T. N. Madan

This is an extremely well-structured and organized collection of readings that examines different facets of religion and religious life in India. The volume takes stock of traditions, culture, history and politics of India's faiths.

Page Count:
442

Publication Date:
2004-12-30

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