How Long to Read The Origins & Development of Classical Hinduism

How Long Does it Take to Read The Origins & Development of Classical Hinduism?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 44 minutes to read The Origins & Development of Classical Hinduism by A.L. Basham

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Description

Modelled on A.L. Bashamís monumental work The Wonder That Was India, this account of the Origins and Development of Classical Hinduism represents a lifetime of reflection on the subject, and offers an intriguing introduction to one of richest of all Asian traditions. The late A. L. Basham was one of the world s foremost authorities on ancient Indian culture and religion. Modelled on his monumental work The Wonder That Was India, this account of the origins and development of classical Hinduism represents a lifetime of reflection on the subject, and offers an intriguing introduction to one of richest of all Asian traditions. Synthesizing Basham s great knowledge of the art, architecture, literature, and religion of South Asia, this concise history traces the spiritual life of Indian from the time of the Indus Culture through the crystallization of classical Hinduism in the first centuries of the common era, and includes a final chapter by the editor, Kenneth G. Zysk, on Hinduism after the classical period. Uniquely comprehensive, it chronicles as well the rise of other mystical and ascetic traditions, such as Buddhism and Jainism, and follows Hinduism s later incarnations in the West. With its vivid presentation of Hinduism s sources and its clearly written explanations and analyses of the major Hindu texts-among them the Rg-veda, the Brahmanas, Upanisads, and the Mahabharata and Ramayana-The Origins of Classical Hinduism clarifies much of Hinduism s enduring mystique. Offering an especially helpful bibliography, numerous illustrations of jHindu art never before published, and a lucid, accessible style, this book is must reading for anyone who has ever been intrigued by this fascinating religion.

How long is The Origins & Development of Classical Hinduism?

The Origins & Development of Classical Hinduism by A.L. Basham is 159 pages long, and a total of 41,181 words.

This makes it 54% the length of the average book. It also has 50% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Origins & Development of Classical Hinduism Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 45 minutes to read The Origins & Development of Classical Hinduism aloud.

What Reading Level is The Origins & Development of Classical Hinduism?

The Origins & Development of Classical Hinduism is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

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