Criminal Gods and Demon Devotees: Essays on the Guardians of Popular Hinduism
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\ BooknewsThe 15 chapters discuss various cults and myths of the order of Hindu deities who both violate and protect traditional Hindu order. Covering both pan-Hindu gods and those of particular regions or lineages, topics include violence, carnivorism, the deified dead, the myth of a criminal caste, and an overview of transgressional sacrality. For scholars of religion and anthropology; not a popular or sensational work. Paper edition (unseen), $24.50. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)\ \
