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Paperback / softback. New. New Book; Fast Shipping from UK; Not signed; Not First Edition; Offers an encyclopaedic representation of human life in the world, and how it should be lived. This work encompasses topics as wide-ranging as the social obligations and duties of the various castes, the proper way for a righteous king ISBN 0140445404 9780140445404 [GB]
ISBN10: 0140445404, ISBN13: 9780140445404, [publisher: Penguin Books, London] Softcover Paperback. "The Laws of Manu", 200 BC - 200 AD, is a central text of Hinduism. Its religious importance for both Hinduism and ideology easily rivals that of the Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita, as it provides a document of social life and ideals. The text is primarily concerned with the Hindu view of life and how it should be lived, about "Dharma", which subsumes the English concepts of "law", "duty", "rightiousness", "religion" and "practice". It is the basic text on caste, on marriage, on most elements of human behaviour, and it continues to be basic reading for anyone undertaking a study of India. Offers an encyclopaedic representation of human life in the world, and how it should be lived. This work encompasses topics as wide-ranging as the social obligations and duties of the various castes, the proper way for a righteous king to rule and to punish transgressors, relations between men and women, birth, death, taxes, karma, and rebirth. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. [Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: ...
ISBN10: 0140445404, ISBN13: 9780140445404, [publisher: Penguin Random House India] Softcover New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. Offers an encyclopaedic representation of human life in the world, and how it should be lived. This work encompasses topics as wide-ranging as the social obligations and duties of the various castes, the proper way for a righteous king to rule and to punish transgressors, relations between men and women, birth, death, taxes, karma, and rebirth. [Southport, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1992]
ISBN10: 0140445404, ISBN13: 9780140445404, [publisher: Penguin Publishing Group Jan 1992] Softcover Neuware - The Laws of Manu form a towering work of Hindu philosophy. Composed by many Brahmin priests, this is an extraordinary, encyclopaedic representation of human life in the world, and how it should be lived. Manu encompasses topics as wide-ranging as the social obligations and duties of the various castes, the proper way for a righteous king to rule and to punish transgressors, relations between men and women, birth, death, taxes, karma, rebirth and ritual practices. First translated into English in 1794, its influence spread from Nietzsche to the British Raj, and although often misinterpreted, it remains an essential work for understanding India today.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators. [Einbeck, Germany] [Publication Year: ...
ISBN10: 0140445404, ISBN13: 9780140445404, [publisher: Penguin Publishing Group] Softcover Wendy Doniger is the Mircea Eliade Distinguished Service Professor of the History of Religions in the Divinity School at the University of Chicago, where she is also a professor of South Asian languages and civilizations. Her translations for Penguin. [Greven, Germany] [Publication Year: 1992]
Penguin Classics 1991 Trade paperback This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. Book contains pencil markings. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 400grams, ISBN: 9780140445404.
ISBN10: 0140445404, ISBN13: 9780140445404, [publisher: Penguin Publishing Group] Softcover Wendy Doniger is the Mircea Eliade Distinguished Service Professor of the History of Religions in the Divinity School at the University of Chicago, where she is also a professor of South Asian languages and civilizations. Her translations for Penguin. [Greven, Germany] [Publication Year: 1992]
ISBN10: 0140445404, ISBN13: 9780140445404, [publisher: London, England ; New York, N.Y., USA : Penguin] Softcover First Edition Very good paperback copy; edges slightly dust-dulled and nicked. Remains particularly well-preserved overall. Physical description: lxxviii, 362 pages. Subjects: Manu (Lawgiver). Hindu law. Genre: Religion. Language: English. 1 Kg. [New York, NY, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1991]
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ISBN10: 0140445404, ISBN13: 9780140445404, [publisher: Penguin Books, London] Softcover Paperback. "The Laws of Manu", 200 BC - 200 AD, is a central text of Hinduism. Its religious importance for both Hinduism and ideology easily rivals that of the Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita, as it provides a document of social life and ideals. The text is primarily concerned with the Hindu view of life and how it should be lived, about "Dharma", which subsumes the English concepts of "law", "duty", "rightiousness", "religion" and "practice". It is the basic text on caste, on marriage, on most elements of human behaviour, and it continues to be basic reading for anyone undertaking a study of India. Offers an encyclopaedic representation of human life in the world, and how it should be lived. This work encompasses topics as wide-ranging as the social obligations and duties of the various castes, the proper way for a righteous king to rule and to punish transgressors, relations between men and women, birth, death, taxes, karma, and rebirth. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. [Truganina, VIC, Australia] [Publication Year: ...
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