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Boundaries, Dynamics and Construction of Traditions in South Asia

Hardback

Main Details

Title Boundaries, Dynamics and Construction of Traditions in South Asia
Authors and Contributors      Edited by Federico Squarcini
SeriesAnthem South Asian Studies
Series part Volume No. 2
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:618
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 153
Category/GenreHistory of religion
Hinduism
ISBN/Barcode 9780857284303
ClassificationsDewey:294.5
Audience
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Anthem Press
Imprint Anthem Press
Publication Date 15 December 2011
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

'Boundaries, Dynamics and Construction of Traditions in South Asia' explores the dynamic constructions and applications of the concept of 'tradition' that occurred within the South Asian context during the ancient and pre-colonial periods. This collection of essays features a significant selection of the specialized fields of knowledge that have shaped classical South Asian intellectual history, and the aim of this volume is to offer a stimulating anthology of papers on the different and complex processes employed during the 'invention', construction, preservation and renewal of a given tradition.

Author Biography

Federico Squarcini is Associate Professor in the Department of History at the University of Florence, where he teaches the history of Indian religions.

Reviews

'[C]ompels the reader to re-examine the concept of 'tradition' and its applicability to the South Asian context. [...] [T]his is a work which will be of use not only to specialists in the various topics addressed, but to those interested in the ongoing methodological complexities involved in the study of South Asia.' - Hazel Collinson, 'Religions of South Asia'