About the book: 2014 / The author of this book is a leading Indian expert on mythology. Exploring the various faces of the Goddess in Indian myth and religion, Devdutt Pattanaik provides us Westerners with a fascinating and authoritative insight into the deep philosophical and psychological ideas behind the legends, rituals, iconography and sacred symbols of Hinduism. The book contains many informative illustrations. Intended for the widest range of readers.