Hanuman

by K.C. Aryan and Subhashini Aryan

This is an exclusive study covering almost all aspects of Hanuman, the monkey-god, who was proficient in all the Shastras, fine arts, sciences, philosophy, grammar and above all he was a perfect Yogi, apart from being a faithful servitor of Rama. All these facets of many sided personality have been brought out admirably in this volume in the pictorial depiction of Hanuman in the various schools of painting, stone sculpture, bronzes, wood-carvings, masks, leather puppets, folk theatre and minor art and crafts. Hanuman has inspired not only Indian artists and artisans but also those of Nepal, Burma, Indonesia, Thailand, Bali, Java, Sumatra, Cambodia, etc. All these fascinating specimens will give the reader a representative idea of how the picturesque inhabitants of India and south-east Asia portrayed their beloved god through the centuries. Certain yantras and mantras associated with Hanuman have also been included which greatly add to the richness of this work. In his clear and instructive text, the author illuminates their cultural and historical significance. The chapter on mythology and folklore is intended to enable the reader to comprehend the various episodes from Hanuman's life.