Feminine Journeys of the Mahabharata: Hindu Women in History, Text, and Practice

Vemsani, Lavanya

The Mahabharata preserves powerful journeys of women recognized as the feminine divine and the feminine heroic in the larger culture of India. Each journey upholds the unique aspects of women's life. This book analytically examines the narratives of eleven women from the Mahabharata in the historical context as well as in association with religious and cultural practices. Lavanya Vemsani brings together history, myth, religion, and practice to arrive at a comprehensive understanding of the history of Hindu women, as well as their significance within religious Indian culture. Additionally, Vemsani provides important perspective for understanding the enduring legacy of these women in popular culture and modern society.

Details

Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2021-05-22

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9783030731649

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-73165-6

Dimensions: 210cm x148cm

Pages: 268