MARRIAGE: 100 STORIES AROUND INDIA’S FAVOURITE RITUAL
In this illuminating odyssey through the intricate world of wedding customs, celebrated mythologist Devdutt Pattanaik weaves together an elaborate narrative that unfolds over an astounding 3,000-year span of Indian heritage. 'Marriage: 100 Stories Around India's Favourite Ritual' embarks on an enriching journey through a multitude of references, drawing from venerable sources such as Vedic scriptures, Puranic texts, Tamil epics, and Sanskrit writings, alongside a vibrant assortment of regional, classical, folk, and tribal narratives. With a keen eye on both oral lore and documented traditions that extend across 3 million square kilometers, Pattanaik reveals the astonishing richness and fluidity inherent in Indian practices and beliefs surrounding matrimony. This all-encompassing compilation affords readers a captivating insight into the dynamic evolution of marital customs throughout the subcontinent, positioning it as an indispensable treasure for anyone captivated by the depths of Indian culture and mythology.
- Author: Devdutt Pattanaik
- Publisher: Rupa Publications India (1 May 2021)
- Genre: Religion & Spirituality
- ISBN: B0925SV15Q