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SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Jaico Publishing House
• By : Swami Sukhabodhananda
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2011
• Pages : 380
• Weight : 450 gm
• Size : 5.5 x 0.6 x 8.5 inches
• ISBN-10: 8184952066
• ISBN-13: 978-8184952063

DESCRIPTION:

Adi Shankaracharya composed a number of Vedantic works for imparting the knowledge of the Self. One of these hymns is the famous Bhaja Govindam. Bhaja literally means seek, Govindam means the Lord the Truth. The learned masters, out of deep compassion try to wake up humanity. They invite us to open our eyes to a higher dimension of living. The whole text of Bhaja Govindam in essence means Wake up, seek the Lord, and stop seeking the primitive and superficial things in life. The compilation of thoughts presented in this book is applicable to one and all. Swami Sukhabodhananda in his unique style explains the verses with deep clarity and understanding.

Editorial Reviews

Bhaja Govindam(Praise/Seek Govinda) also known as Moha Mudgara (Hammer to shatter illusion) is a popular 8th century Hindu devotional composition in Sanskrit attributed to Adi Shankaracharya. This work of Adi Shankara underscores the view that devotion (Bhakti) to God, Govinda, is a vastly important part of general spirituality, as emphasised by Bhakti Yoga and the Bhakti movement.This work is generally considered a summary of Adi Shankara's Advaita Vedanta philosophy. This timeless composition is a reminder that the author, Adi Shankaracharya, who is often regarded as a stalwart advocate of the Jnana Marga (Jnana Yoga) or the "Path of Knowledge" to attain Mukti, yielded to none in appreciating, indeed enjoining the Bhakti Marga (Bhakti Yoga) or the "Path of Faith/Devotion" to the same goal,and as C. Rajagopalachari put in his commentary, "When intelligence matures and lodges securely in the heart, it becomes wisdom. When that wisdom is integrated with life and issues out in action, it becomes devotion. Knowledge which has become mature is spoken of as devotion. If it does not get transformed into devotion, such knowledge is useless tinsel." In this prayer, Adi Shankaracharya emphasizes the importance of devotion for God as a means to spiritual development and to liberation from the cycle of birth and death. The prayer leaves one in no doubt that the renunciation of our egotistical differences and surrender to God makes for salvation. Many scholars hold that this composition encapsulates with both brevity and simplicity the substance of all Vedantic thought found in whatever other works that Adi Shankaracharya wrote: The refrain "Bhaja Govindam" which defines the composition and gives it its name invokes the almighty in the aspect of Vishnu; it is therefore very popular not only with Sri Adi Shankaracharya's immediate followers, the Smarthas, but also with Vaishnavas and others. --Wikipedia

About the Author

Swami Sukhabodhananda blends spiritual and management techniques to help you achieve success.He is the founder chairman of Prasanna Trust and also the founder of the research wing of Prasanna Foundation which focuses on the scientific aspects of meditation. His other books Shiva Sutras,personal Excellence Through Bhagavadgita,Wordless Wisdom and Celebrating Success And Failure are listed with amazon.com

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Kizhakku
• By : Nagore Rumi
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : Tamil
• Edition : 2009
• Pages : 224
• Weight : 250 gm
• Size : 5.5 x 0.6 x 8.5 inches
• ISBN-10: 8183680038
• ISBN-13: 978-8183680035

Specification:

• Publisher : Zen Publications
  
• By : Ramesh S. Balsekar
  
• Cover : Paperback
  
• Language : English
  
• Edition : 2000
  
• Pages : 125
  
• Weight : 270 gm.
  
• Size : 5.5 x 0.8 x 8.2 inches
  
• ISBN-10 : 8188071579
  
• ISBN-13 : 978-8188071579
  

Description:

since retiring as president of the Bank of India, has been teaching Advaita (non-duality) for over twenty years to seekers from around the world. He has also written a number of books on Advaita. In the conversations in this book Ramesh points to the ‘intrinsic closeness’ between modern physics, Hinduism and Buddhism in their similar recognition of the ‘Unbroken Wholeness’ of the manifest universe. In the context of his concept of how life happens, Ramesh answers the question: “What is it that distinguishes a sage from an ordinary person?” His answer: “A sage enjoys the shanti (peace) of nirvana while living his life in the samsara of dukkha (misery).” In the conversations Ramesh opens the way to freedom from bondage to the conceptual universe.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass
• By : S.M. Srinivasa Chari
• Cover : Hardcover
• Language : English
• Edition : 1999
• Pages : 240
• Weight : 450 gm
• Size : 7.9 x 5.5 x 1.6 inches
• ISBN-10: 8120815351
• ISBN-13: 978-8120815353

DESCRIPTION:

This book presents a comprehensive exposition of Vedanta Desika`s Satadusani, a polemical classic of Visistadvaita Vedanta, devoted to the criticism of the doctrines of Advaita Vedanta. The thought-provoking arguments found in the Sixty-six Vedas of the original text are brought together, analysed and discussed in a systematic manner under eight broad headings: Pramanas Perception; Consciousness; Individual self; Brahman; Universe; Avidya; Sadhana and Mukti.In presenting the dialectics of Vedanta
Desika in a vigorous and scholastic form the author deals with numerous issues that the Vadas raise--epistemological, ontological, religious, and ethical. Thought the issues are many, each discussing a specific problem, they are ultimately directed to refute the central doctrine of Advaita, viz., that Brahman which is pure consciousness devoid of all determinations, constitutes the sole Reality and every thing else is illusory. While carefully tracing the fundamental differences between the two systems of Vedanta, he points out that the differences are mostly due to the difference in the stand- points they adopt.Faithfully conforming to the original in letter and spirit, this work will serve as a useful introduction to the study of the Sribhasya of Ramanuja. A distincy contribution to the study of classical Hindu thought, this book should be of interest to students of Philosophy in general and

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Christian World Imprints
  
• By : Dr. John V. Mathew
  
• Cover : Hardcover
  
• Language : English
  
• Edition : January 20, 2015
  
• Pages : xxxii, 183 p.  
  
• Weight : 420 gm.
  
• ISBN-10: 935148033X
  
• ISBN-13 : 978-9351480334

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The book attempts to develop Indian Christian Liberation theologies, i.e., Eco-theology and Dalit theology, based on the insights gained from the study of relation in Śankara’s Advaita Vedānta. The book affirms that a dialogical relationship and a relational convergence between Vedantic theology and Indian Christian theology is made  possible in terms of developing Indian Christian Liberation theologies through Śankara’s integral God-World/Human relation.  

About the Author

Dr. John V. Mathew is a member of the Church of South India (CSI), Madhya Kerala Diocese. He began his theological journey from Union Biblical Seminary, Pune (UBS), by completing his Bachelor of Divinity in 2004 and went on to obtain his Master of Theology (Religion) in 2007 and Doctor of Theology (Religion) in 2013 from the Senate of Serampore College (University), India. As part of his secular education, he obtained his Bachelor of Commerce in 1999 from Bangalore University. At present, he is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Religion, Philosophy and Culture at Allahabad Bible Seminary, Allahabad. He is also the co-ordinator for the Centre for the Study of Indian Culture and Society (CSICS) at Allahabad Bible Seminary. He hails from the state of Kerala and cherishes his life with his wife Preeti and sons Nathan and Ethan.

Advaitamoda the fragrance of Advaitamoda by Mahamahopadhyaya Vasudevasastri Abhyankar is a very useful book for understanding the two great Vedanta tradition. Advaita Vedanta and Visistadvaita Vedanta. Advaitamoda contains four chapters The first two chapters present the teachings of Advaita and of Visistadvaita respectively. Then follows a summation of the differences between these two traditions. The third and fourth chapters enter into a detailed critique of the arguments which Ramanuja advanced against Advaita in the LAGKU and Maha-Sidhanta portions of his great work, theSri Bhasya. The procedure followed in these chapters is that a. passage from theSri Bhasya is firstly cited and then taken up for discussion. In the way . most of the Laghu and Mahasidhania portions ofSri Bhasya systematically quoted and discussed. Dr .Michael Oomans, from the Australian National University, who has studied Advaita Vedanta in traditional manner over a number of years, has translated the Advaitamoda from Sanskrit into English. In addition to the translation, he has written a commentary in English upon much of the text, where he explains- and elaborates various topics as they arise. This commentary is very helpful, especially as it provides an accurate and detailed understanding of Advaita Vedanta. This work for all students of Indian Philosophy and especially those who are interested in the Vedanta traditions. The book contains an Introduction Detailed Table of Contents the Translation of Advaitamoda with Commentary, the Sanskrit text an Index.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Sterling Publishers
• By : J. L. Mehta
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 1995
• Pages : 326
• Weight : 500 gm
• Size : 7.9 x 5.5 x 1.6 inches
• ISBN-10: 812070617X
• ISBN-13: 978-8120706170

DESCRIPTION:

Language: EnglishPages: 1340About the BookThis second revised edition gives an analytical and critical account of the political and military history of early medieval India. contemporary and near contemporary literary sources are liberally utilised for the reconstruction of the past.The author lays special emphasis on the national aspect of history and gives an incisive analysis of the Indo-Muslim polity of the times. Historical facts have been reorganised and reinterpreted through clear and illuminating expositions, refreshing characterisation of historic personalities and objective assessment of events and movements.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Rajpal and Sons
• By: A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
• Binding : Paperback
• Language :  Hindi
  
• Edition : 2015
• Pages: 218 pages
• Size : 20 x 14 x 4 cm
  
• ISBN-10: 93506437410
• ISBN-13 :9789350643747
  

DESCRIPTION:

दिल्ली से जौनपुर यात्रा करते हुए डा. कलाम एक बार बादशाहनगर नामक छोटे-से स्थान पर चाय पीने के लिए रुके। सड़क की हालत खस्ता थी और पूछने पर पता चला कि बिजली, पानी और स्कूल की बेहद कमी है लेकिन मोबाइल से पैसे ट्रांसफर करने की सुविधा के जगह-जगह विज्ञापन लगे थे तथा कंप्यूटर प्रशिक्षण और अंग्रेज़ी भाषा सिखाने के अनेक ट्रेनिंग सेंटर आस-पास नज़र आ रहे थे। मूल सुविधाओं के इतने अभाव के बावजूद बादशाहनगर के लोग डिजिटल युग से पूरी तरह से जुड़े हैं और इसका अपनी रोज़मर्रा की ज़िन्दगी में लाभ उठा रहे हैं-यह देखकर डा. कलाम के मन में प्रश्न उठा कि क्या यही है भारत की मूलभूत एडवांटेज जिसके आधार पर हम शीघ्र ही विकसित देशों की कतार में शामिल हो सकते हैं? डा. कलाम के अनुसार यही है वो एडवांटेज इंडिया जो स्वच्छ भारत, मेक इन इंडिया, स्मार्ट सिटीज़ जैसी अनेक योजनाओं सहित देश की युवा शक्ति को डिजिटल युग के साथ कदम बढ़ाते हुए विकास की ओर ले जा सकती है।

Specification:

• Publisher : Amar Chitra Katha Pvt. Ltd.
• By : Anant Pai
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2000
• Pages :  96 pages
• Weight : 230 gm.
• Size : 20.3 x 25.4 x 4.7 cm
• ISBN-10 :  8184820658
• ISBN-13 : 978-8184820652

Description:

Lord Krishna is one of the most endearing deities of Indian mythology and considered to be one of the avatars of Lord Vishnu. Goddess Lakshmi, the divine consort of Lord Vishnu, was born upon earth as his companion during his many incarnations.

Krishna is, at times, the simple cowherd indulging the milkmaids in playful lbanter. At other times, he is the supreme intellectual – engaged in the exposition of the Gita philosophy. Krishna’s beguiling childish pranks and his dignified wisdom have, in turn, infjuenced the Hindu consciousness for centuries.

This Amar Chitra Katha valume brings to you three adventures of invincible Lord Krishna. The first title in this volume narrates the story of Narakasura whose deeds were so dark that his name has always been identified as a symbol of darkness. Many who celebrate the festival of lights, deepavali, believe they are actually rejoicing the death of Naraka and the consequent emancipation of all good spirits.

The second story deals with Jarasndha, who was the emperor of northern India at a time when the Pandavas ruled Indraprastha. Most of the kings of North India had acknowledged Jarasandha’s suzerainty out of fear. To establish the supremacy of the Pandavas, it was necessary to subdue him. Although Jarasandha was considered unconquerable, he had a vital flaw only known to Krishna. How the lord brought about the fall of the mighty and evil emperor is narrated in this tale. The third tale is about Paundraka Vaasudeva, who shared his name with Krishna Vaasudeva. His sycophants made him believe that he was as strong and powerful as Krishna and, in fact, that he was perhaps the real Vishnu incarnate. How he fell into disgrace and met with disaster is fold in this story. All the three stories in this volume are based on the Bhagawat Purana.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Rajpal and Sons
• By:  Ruskin Bond
• Binding : Hardcover
• Language :   Hindi
  
• Edition : 2015
• Pages: 160 pages
• Size : 20 x 14 x 4 cm
  
• ISBN-10: 9350643294
• ISBN-13 :9789350643297
  

DESCRIPTION:

रस्टी की कहानी-किस्से अनेक वर्षों से पाठकों का भरपूर मनोरंजन करते आ रहे हैं। लोकप्रिय लेखक रस्किन बाॅन्ड के पात्र रस्टी में काफ़ी हद तक लेखक की अपनी छवि की झलक मिलती है। जैसे रस्किन बाॅन्ड का बचपन देहरादून की हरी-भरी वादियों में बीता, उसी तरह रस्टी भी देहरादून में बड़ा होता है। रस्टी के अनेक दोस्तए उसके आसपास के लोग, उसके स्कूल के किस्से, जंगलों में पाए जानेवाले जानवर-इन सबकी रोचक कहानियाँ इस पुस्तक में मिलती हैं। कहानी कहने का रस्किन बाॅन्ड का अपना एक अलग ही लहज़ा है। रस्टी और उसकी जि़न्दगी की ये मजे़दार, चुलबुली कहानियाँ पाठक का मन अवश्य जीत लेंगी।

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Rajpal and Sons
• By:  Ruskin Bond
• Binding : Paperback
• Language :   Hindi
  
• Edition : 2018
• Pages: 160 pages
• Size : 20 x 14 x 4 cm
  
• ISBN-10: 9350643286
• ISBN-13 :9789350643280
  

DESCRIPTION:

रस्टी की कहानी-किस्से अनेक वर्षों से पाठकों का भरपूर मनोरंजन करते आ रहे हैं। लोकप्रिय लेखक रस्किन बाॅन्ड के पात्र रस्टी में काफ़ी हद तक लेखक की अपनी छवि की झलक मिलती है। जैसे रस्किन बाॅन्ड का बचपन देहरादून की हरी-भरी वादियों में बीता, उसी तरह रस्टी भी देहरादून में बड़ा होता है। रस्टी के अनेक दोस्तए उसके आसपास के लोग, उसके स्कूल के किस्से, जंगलों में पाए जानेवाले जानवर-इन सबकी रोचक कहानियाँ इस पुस्तक में मिलती हैं। कहानी कहने का रस्किन बाॅन्ड का अपना एक अलग ही लहज़ा है। रस्टी और उसकी जि़न्दगी की ये मजे़दार, चुलबुली कहानियाँ पाठक का मन अवश्य जीत लेंगी।

Description

"Raghu is lying in bed, bored and longing for adventure, when his wish suddenly comes true. Hanuman, till now only a friendly face on a poster, appears by his bed. He invites Raghu to join him as he sets off to help Rama rescue Sita from Lanka. Soon, Raghu finds himself flying, seated on Hanuman s shoulder and, along with his new friend, he leaps across the sea, reaches Lanka and finds Sita. Battling rakshasas and demons, changing size and finding his way through the maze that is Ravana s palace, Raghu has the best adventure of his life with the cheerful and brave monkey god!

Funny and endearing, Hanuman comes to life like never before in this zany retelling of his adventures, all accompanied by exciting and lively illustrations."

Specification

• Product code : BK8666
• Publisher : Rupa Publications India
• Edition : February 28, 2018
• Pages : 270
• Weight : 290 gm.
• Size : 5.1 x 0.5 x 7.8 inches
• Binding : Paperback
• Author : Murray Eldridge
• Language : English
• ISBN-10: 8129129345
  ISBN-13: 978-8129129345

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• Publisher : Rajpal and Sons
• By: Aesop (Author)
• Binding : Paperback
• Language :  Hindi
• Edition :2012
• Pages:  80 pages
• Size : 20 x 14 x 4 cm
  
• ISBN-10: 8174830146
• ISBN-13 : 9788174830142
  

DESCRIPTION:

विविध भाषा-साहित्यों के देश भारत में ज्ञानपीठ पुरस्कार से सम्मानित साहित्यकारों के व्यक्तित्व, कृतित्व तथा परिवेश का रोचक, ज्ञानवर्धक परिचय-सुदूर दक्षिण के यशस्वी हिन्दी-सेवी तथा अध्यापक डॉ. आरसू के श्रम और कलम से।

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : ‎ Fingerprint! Publishing
• By : Aesop
  
• Cover : Paperback
  
• Language : English
  
• Edition : 2019
  
• Pages : 248 pages
  
• Weight : ‎ 295 g
  
• Size : 20 x 14 x 4 cm
  
• ISBN-10 : 9389567661
  
• ISBN-13 : 978-9389567663
  

DESCRIPTION: 

“Much wants more and loses all.” Once upon a time, long long ago There were mischievous Dogs and crafty Cats, Wise Mice and greedy Men, Hungry Wolves and innocent Lambs, Clever Frogs and cunning Foxes, Wily Lions and overconfident Hares . . . Each had a lesson to teach. Each had a moral to share. Timeless and enlightening, Aesop’s Fables have been enchanting children for more than centuries now. They continue to remain the best bedtime stories. This classic edition is a translation by V. S. Vernon Jones. It includes two hundred and eighty-four fables illustrated by Arthur Rackham.

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• Publisher : Vakils Feffer & Simons
  
• by : Geeta Maini
  
• Cover : Paperback
  
• Language : English
  
• Edition : 2007
  
• Pages : 213
  
• Weight : 750gm.
  
• Size : 9.1 x 8.2 x 0.4 inches
  
• ISBN-10: 8187111879
  
• ISBN-13: 978-8187111870

Description:

Canada based author, Geeta Maini, shares her passion for cooking and her favourite recipes. In Khana Sutra, she provides step-by-step instructions to create a meal you will relish and your guests will remember. From traditional Punjabi meals out of her family kitchen in Kenya to innovative feasts created from her exploration of world cuisines and fusion – in this unusual cookbook, Geeta Maini shares years of study in kitchens spread across four continents. Explaining in detail the spices used in Indian cooking, Geeta has also created menus to help plan everyday meals and special celebrations. The book is recommended for those who seek adventure in the kitchen, and who love the flavours of India.

Editorial Reviews

Review 1 (3900 characters maximum): "All too few people have the talent and passion for cuisine that Geeta Maini has.Every class that Geeta has taught here at Le Chef Complet has been an absolute pleasure,not only for her students,but for everybody involved. From the frshness and quality of the ingredients she chooses,to how she makes each and every flavour work together,all of Geeta's wonderful dishes are an expression of the care and love that she has for her craft --Patrck Plunkett,President,Le Chef Complet,Burlington/Canada

Specification:

• Publisher : Indica Books
• By : Jha Dr. Kamlesh
• Cover : Paperback
• Edition : 2008
• Pages : 199
• Weight : 300 gm.
• Size : 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Language : English
• ISBN-13 : 978-8186569795
• Product Code : BK1418
  

Description:

Saivism encompasses all aspects of religion: a philosophy, a theology, a conception of the universe, a current of devotion, a world of myths, elaborate rituals in organized temples, expressions in plastic arts, in poetry, music, and dance. Images of Siva of great variety and impressive beauty are countless all over India. To improve our understanding of such a rich and elevated subject, the sources are the Sanskrit texts of Epics, Puranas and Agamas, The present book gives a clear presentation of Saivism through a survey and an erudite reading of this vast literature. The Agamas are the key to the knowledge of temple organization and rituals, the description of which is a unique and original contribution of this work. This very readable work contains an amazing quantity of information, carefully referenced at every step, and is likely to be of the greatest utility to researchers in history of religion, medieval to modern, as well as to the general reader interested in Saivism.

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• Publisher : Indica Books
• By : Gautam chatterjee 
• Cover : Paperback
• Edition : January 15, 2016
• Pages : 207
• Weight : 500 gm.
• Size : 
• Language : English
• ISBN-13 : 978-8186117231
• Product Code : BK14181
  

Description:

In the ancient lexicons of Vedic and classical periods, the influence of ¶gama has been parliamentary and pivotal. NÈ yaveda by seer Bharata is a magnum opus dates back to 5th century B.C. The other important works in musicology such as Brihaddeshi, Abhinavabharati and Sangitaratnakara are from post-Vedic and mediaeval periods, distinguishly composed by the great Saivite polymaths. Thus the streams of ¶gama consciousness and the works of Indian art and poetics went together in the creative evolution of Indian mind. It was obvious to trace and deconstruct the inter-influence in modern cultural mileu. This research work is the outcome.

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• Publisher : Gurjar Granth Prakashan
• By : A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
  
• Cover : Paperback
  
• Language : Gujarati
  
• Edition : 2015
  
• Pages : 188 pages
  
• Weight : 230 g
  
• ISBN-10 : 8184615973
  
• ISBN-13 : 978-8184615975
  

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Rajpal and Sons
• By:  Dharampal Gupta (Author)
• Binding : Paperback
• Language :  Hindi
• Edition :2013
• Pages:24 pages
• Size : 20 x 14 x 4 cm
  
• ISBN-10: 8190801678
• ISBN-13 :9788190801676
  

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This book is an attempt to understand contribution of Traikutakas, a dynasty in North Konkan in 5th-6th century CE. This book deals with various types of data related to Traikutakas. First two chapters deal with the political career of the Traikutaka kings and issues related to their chronology. Third chapter deals with the 5 important copper plates of their 'Age' as well as the coinage issued by Traikutaka kings. Translation of two of these copperplates is published here for the first time. Forth chapter narrates the cultural background of 5th and 6th century CE with the help of Epigraphical, Numismatic and Art historical Data. Here an attempt is made to understand Art historical data with archaeological methods. Next Three chapters deal with Architecture, Sculptures & Iconography and their Chronology. The last chapter is a brief review of the book with the concluding remarks.

This book mainly deals with the development of art in this region mainly under Traikutakas and also talks about the motivating factors behind such specific developments in art and architecture. There is an attempt made to assess the contribution of Traikutakas to this change and continuity as the ruling dynasty of the region.
The Authour
Born on 22nd March 1977, Dr. Suraj A. Pandit is working as Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Ancient Indian Culture and Archaeology at Sathaye College, Mumbai. He is also Chairperson of Board of Studies in Ancient Indian Culture and Archaeology, University of Mumbai as well as member of Academic Council, Faculty of Arts, Board of University Teaching and Research in the faculty of Arts, Research and Recognition Committee in Ancient Indian Culture and Archaeology in University of Mumbai.

His specialization is Indian Buddhism and Buddhist architecture and archaeology. He did his Doctoral thesis on 'Kanheri Caves', a group of caves in Mumbai representing Western Indian Buddhist Rock-Cut Architecture, under the guidance of Prof. A. P. Jamkhedkar. He had received the K. T. Telang Research Fellowship in Indology of Asiatic Society of Mumbai in the year 2006-07. He has been delivering lectures for various courses under Mumbai University as well as in Pune University. He has total 19 paper published on his name in International as well as National journals.

He was working a visiting faculty for Post Graduate courses in History in SNDT University while he is a recognized teacher of the University of Mumbai. He has been in teaching Under Graduate and Post Graduate students of University of Mumbai and SNDT University, Mumbai for last 12 years. He is actively involved in the creating awareness among masses about the preservation of Heritage and delivered numerous public lectures on different monuments and heritage of Mumbai.

He has worked as consultant for the Ajanta Site Management Plan and Sisupalgar Site Management Plan. He had organized various seminars and workshops on Indology, Epigraphy, Buddhism and Heritage Conservation.

Presently he is working as Coordinator on a 'Research Project' on critical Editing of Manuscript in the possession of Asiatic Society of Mumbai, funded by Government of India. He has completed several projects funded by ICHR and American Institute of Indian Studies in the field of Epigraphy and Art History.

Echoes of the Golden Age (Art of the early 6th Century CE under Traikutakas)

The book deals with the age of Vikramadiya, the founder of the Vikrama era in 57 B.C. His era has been rightly called the golden age. His ancestry, historicity, administration, etc. have been examined and religious and socio-economic conditions brought out. Art, architecture, education, literature and sciences of his time have been covered in this volume.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Rupa Publications
• By : Robert E. Svoboda
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2003
• Pages : 317
• Weight : 360 gm
• Size : 8.5 x 1 x 5.6 inches
• ISBN-10: 8171673430
• ISBN-13: 978-8171673438

DESCRIPTION:

Aghora, described in this volume as "super tantra", is a Path of Devotion to the Great Mother Goddess Kundalini, here manifesting with the name and image of the Goddess Tara. This way is one of extraordinary extremes and intensities, even for tantra and its aim is nothing less than to destroy the human limitations of the actioner, so that he or she becomes a super human in fact, a kind of deity.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Rupa Publications
• By : Robert E. Svoboda
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 1993
• Pages : 328
• Weight : 300 gm
• Size : 5.5 x 0.7 x 8.5 inches
• ISBN-10: 8171673422
• ISBN-13: 978-8171673421

DESCRIPTION:

A collection of the spiritual wisdom of an esoteric practitioner of the ancient discipline of Aghora, the book records Vimalananda's experiences and insights into human nature and the struggle for spiritual purification. The teachings of Vimalananda balances the practice of Aghora with a deep knowledge of spirituality and faith, in this
fascinating book by Robert E. Svoboda.

Editorial Reviews

Excellent book. Might be a disturbing read to some, but if you're already aware of Aghori practices this book gives you a great insight on the why & how of this way of life. Despite its lengthy details regarding tantrik practices in relation to spirits, the dead, and even sex, what one will take away the most from this book is the whole idea of how the Universe functions. The Aghori whom this book is about must have been a great soul indeed, and wise enough to have this book published after his death considering the questionable nature of spiritualists in today's society. --By SG on 13 March 2016

I had no idea about Aghora or Aghori, but i have seen some crazy naked sadhu''s in documentary of 'Kumbh Mela' a mass Hindu pilgrimage in which Hindus gather to bathe in a sacred river Ganga. I was wondering why they are naked, what kind of rituals they do and there was no answers even after reading top or best selling spiritual books! But as i completed this book, everything was very clear to me. --By Ganesh on 22 June 2016

This book contains aghora wisdoms and left hand tantra. It's a great read. However it may seem disturbing to some because of uncommon and extreme aghora rituals. But Vimalananda has beautifully explained the relevance of each ritual with red flags of caution for curious aspirants at appropriate places. --By varun on 25 April 2014

About the Author

Robert E. Svoboda is the only American licensed to practice Ayurvedic medicine in India. A native of Texas, he is the author of eight books on Ayurveda and Indian mythology.

The first volume of Agni: The Vedic Ritual of the Fire Altar contains a discussion of the place of the Agnicayana in the Vedic srauta tradition, its textual loci, traditional and modern interpretations of its origins and significance and an overview of the Nambudiri Vedic tradition. The bulk of the volume, written in close collaboration with C.V. Somayajipad and M. Itti Ravi Nambudiri, is devoted to a detailed description of the 1975 twelve-day performance, richly illustrated with tipped-in photographs, mostly in colour and almost all by Adelaide de Menil. There are numerous text illustrations, tables and maps. The mantras are published in Devanagari and translation.

The second volume, edited with the assistance of Pamela MacFarland, contains contributions by an international galaxy of scholars on archeology, the pre-Vedic Indian background, geometry, ritual vessels, music, Mudras, Mimamsa, a survey of Srauta traditions in recent times, the influence of Vedic ritual in the Homa traditions of Indonesia, Tibet, China, Japan and related topics. There are translations of the relevant Srauta Sutras of Baudhyayana (together with Caland's text) and the Jaiminiya (with Bhavatrata's commentary) as well as the Kausitaki Brahmana; and a survey of the project with an inventory of the films and tape recordings made in 1975.