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Hinduism and Buddhism
Hinduism and Buddhism by Ananda Coomaraswamy is an illuminating exploration of two ancient Eastern philosophies. With meticulous scholarship, Coomaraswamy delves into the core …
Hinduism and Buddhism
The Door in the Sky
Ananda K. Coomaraswamy (1877-1947) was a pioneer in Indian art history and in the cultural confrontation of East and West. A scholar in the tradition of the great Indian …
Figures of Speech or Figures of Thought?
This new edition of Coomaraswamy's classic book, considered his most important work on the philosophy of art, includes all of the revisions Coomaraswamy had wanted to add to the …
Myths of the Hindus and Buddhists
Great stories of the epics; deeds of Krishna, Shiva, taken from puranas, Vedas, folk tales, more. 32 illustrations.
Myths and Legends of Hindus and Buddhists
The Mirror of Gesture
The Mirror of Gesture is an English translation of the Sanskrit text on dance, Abhinaya Darpana by Nandikeshvara, an exponent of theatre in ancient India. It is an abridged …
History of Indian and Indonesian Art 1927
Yaksas, Part 1-2
Yaksas, Part 1-2 is a book written by Ananda K. Coomaraswamy. The book is a two-part series that explores the ancient Indian concept of yaksas, which are supernatural beings that …
The Origin of the Buddha Image
The image of Buddha in Gandhara style depicted in the padmasana pose, is one of the most popular images of the world. This image is connected with the symbol of Buddhism apart from …
