Krishna: the Beautiful Legend of God (Paperback)

Edwin F. Bryant

ISBN 10: 0140447997 / ISBN 13: 9780140447996

Published by Penguin Books Ltd, London, 2004

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Paperback. A translation of the tenth book of the "Purana" - which consists of 12 books. The tenth book is the climax and raison d'etre of the entire "Purana" and falls into two equal sections - the childhood pastimes of Krishna in Vrindavan and his later adult life. Ed Bryant's translation is faithful to the syntax and literal wording of the original, with some changes to sentence structure and length to ensure a readable English text. Along with the "Ramayana", the "Purana" is one of the most important and popular Hindu texts. It has not often been translated because it is part of the popular tradition, rather than being a literary classic like the "Upanishads" and the "Gita". It tells the story of the god Krishna, the supreme godhead of the Hindus and worshipped by them for over 2.5 millenia. The most popular stories about him (found in this, the tenth book) are of his childhood and adolescence in the forests of Vrindavan among the herdsmen and women - stories which lie behind much of Hindu art: painting, sculpture, drama, dance and song. Tells the story of the god Krishna, the supreme godhead of the Hindus and worshipped by them for over two and a half millennia. This book contains stories that relate to Krishna's childhood and adolescence in the forests of Vrindavan among the herdspeople. It also contains tales which lie behind much of Hindu art. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Krishna: the Beautiful Legend of God (Paperback)
• Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd, London
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0140447997
• ISBN 13: 9780140447996
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

The tenth and most significant book in the popular Indian epic Srimad Bhagavata Purana, which is the principal source for the story of Krishna

This collection of sacred tales recounts Krishna's childhood and adolescence in the forests of Vrindavan: playing with his friends, dallying amorously with cowherd maidens, and stealing butter to feed the monkeys. Krishna emerges from these episodes as an immediately engaging figure, and the stories have inspired generations of artists, musicians, poets, sculptors, and dramatists. They also contain valuable insights into Hindu views on matters such as creation, cosmography, and the history of the subcontinent.

Edwin F. Bryant's translation is both faithful to the original Sanskrit text and accessible for contemporary readers. This edition includes an introduction, a glossary of Sanskrit terms, a pronunciation guide and bibliography.

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About the Author

Edwin F. Bryant is a professor in the Department of Religion at Rutgers University and a specialist in Indic civilizations, religions, and languages.