The Skandapura?a Volume IV

The Skandapura?a Volume IV Adhyayas 70 - 95. Start of the Skanda and Andhaka Cycles - Groningen Oriental Studies, Supplement

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Publisher's Synopsis

Skandapurana IV presents a critical edition of Adhyayas 70-95 from the Skandapurana , with an introduction and annotated English synopsis. The text edited in this volume includes the myths of Visnu's manifestation as the Man-Lion (Narasimha), the birth of Skanda, the birth of Andhaka, and Hiranyaksa's battle with the gods culminating in his victory and capture of the Earth. Thanks to generous support of the J. Gonda Fund Foundation, the e-book version of this volume is available in Open Access.

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Brill

Brill

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Book information

ISBN: 9789004383487
Publisher: Brill
Imprint: Brill
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Language: English
Weight: 1128g
Height: 275mm
Width: 195mm
Spine width: 28mm