Title: 7 Secrets Of Shiva
Author: Devdutt Pattanaik
Publisher: Westland
Review:
As the title suggests, ‘7 Secrets of Shiva’ by Devdutt
Pattanaik deals with the myths and legends related to the god of gods, Shiva.
The book includes some oft-told tales retold with verve and outfitted with
resplendent images plus a healthy dose of some lesser known facts as well. Divided
into seven chapters, this book is easy to comprehend minus religious overtures.
This book seeks to bridge the gap between the popular believes stemming from
the Western understanding of Hinduism and the actual reasons that form the
basis of our religion.
The first chapter examines the meaning of ‘linga’ and the
real reason why it came to be worshiped in the first place thus setting a conversational
and informative tone for the chapters to follow. The succeeding pages focus on
the lord’s violent disdain, his compassion, his connection with the world
through his sons. The book culminates with the lord taking up the position of
the wise teacher. Each chapter has something new to offer with abundant and
well researched information. The book goes on to explain the different
anomalies and conflicts in beliefs, as well as the symbolism, rituals and
reasons behind Hindu worship. Over 100 striking photographs and drawings
illustrate the well-organized and comprehensive text.
Beautifully printed and
assembled, informative and accurate, but not at all difficult to read, this is
an outstanding reference for those interested in mythology.
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About the Author:
Dr Devdutt Pattanaik is an Indian physician turned leadership
consultant, mythologist and author whose works focus largely on the areas of
myth, mythology and also management. He is former chief belief officer of
Future Group, one of India’s largest retailers. He writes a column for the
newspaper Mid-Day.
I'd like to thank the author for letting me review the book. I do hope you end up liking the book when you read it. Thank you so much for stopping by, and happy reading!
* I received a review copy from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
** Picture courtesy: Amazon.in
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