The Adornment Of Gods : Rare Objects from the Amrapali Jewels Museum
Author: Devdutt Pattanaik
ISBN: 978-9395073363
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Book Overview
About the Book A BOOK THAT CELEBRATES THE INTRICATE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INDIA’S MYTHOLOGY AND HER JEWELLED ARTS. Most of us do not realise it, but religious ideas in India reached the masses through Symbols and imagery inscribed on jewellery and household artefacts. Texts were accessible only to a sliver of the population, the educated elite: the rest relied on ornaments and objects. I have written on mythology as revealed in texts, but this is the first time I have an opportunity to explore how religion reaches the home through ritual objects. These objects the Amrapali Jewels Museum would have sparked conversations within the family, enabling the transmission of sublime concepts. They are rare for more reasons than one, for this is how ideas reached the farthest corners of the land over hundreds of years. This book is an opportunity to showcase these overlooked mediums of Indian wisdom. — Devdutt Pattanaik The Amrapali Jewels Museum is a fitting tribute to India's extraordinary history, both ancient and living. From this magnificent collection, The Adornment of Gods thoughtfully curates fifty rare and exquisite antiques, with Devdutt Pattanaik narrating their stories as only he can. Each object is a small but significant part of Indian history, its motifs and materials offering a unique perspective on the country’s cultural heritage. As we look at these pieces, marvelling at the workmanship and skill that led to their creation, Devdutt’s words open our minds to the worlds they hold within. About the Author Devdutt Pattanaik writes on mythology, which he defines as cultural truths revealed through stories, symbols and rituals. He lectures on the relevance of both Indian and Western myths in modern life. In the last 25 years, he has authored and illustrated over 50 books. Known for his TED talk and his TV shows such as Devlok and Business Sutra, he is a regular columnist for reputed newspapers like The Times of India and Dainik Bhaskar. A medical doctor by training, he spent 15 years working in the pharma and healthcare industry, but over the past decade has been fully immersed in exploring mythology and sharing its wisdom with the world. Read more
Browse this title within our Children's Books collection. Edition details: Images in this review, English, 276 pages. Reference ISBN: 978-9395073363.
About the Author
Devdutt Pattanaik writes on mythology, which he defines as cultural truths revealed through stories, symbols and rituals. He lectures on the relevance of both Indian and Western myths in modern life. In the last 25 years, he has authored and illustrated over 50 books. Known for his TED talk and his TV shows such as Devlok and Business Sutra, he is a regular columnist for reputed newspapers like
Book Specifications & Quick Facts
- Reading Level
- Ages 6–10 / Early Readers
- Language & Format
- English • Images in this review
- ISBN Reference
- 978-9395073363
- Publisher
- Westland
- Pan-India Delivery
- Dispatches in 24–48 Hours across India
What is this book about?
About the Book A BOOK THAT CELEBRATES THE INTRICATE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INDIA’S MYTHOLOGY AND HER JEWELLED ARTS. Most of us do not realise it, but religious ideas in India reached the masses through Symbols and imagery inscribed on jewellery and household artefacts. Texts were accessible only to a...
Who should read this book?
Ideal for young readers, parents, and elementary school students looking for an engaging, humor-filled adventure that builds reading confidence and vocabulary.
Why Readers Pick This Edition
- You’ll love how this book reveals India’s mythology not through dense texts, but through exquisite objects once found in everyday homes. It shows you how jewellery and ritual artefacts carried powerful ideas across generations, making philosophy visual and intimate. Richly curated and thoughtfully written, it feels like a private walk through a museum where every ornament tells a story of belief, beauty, and cultural memory.
- Published by Westland.
- Language: English.
- Page count: 276.
Catalog Description
About the Book A BOOK THAT CELEBRATES THE INTRICATE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INDIA’S MYTHOLOGY AND HER JEWELLED ARTS. Most of us do not realise it, but religious ideas in India reached the masses through Symbols and imagery inscribed on jewellery and household artefacts. Texts were accessible only to a sliver of the population, the educated elite: the rest relied on ornaments and objects. I have written on mythology as revealed in texts, but this is the first time I have an opportunity to explore how religion reaches the home through ritual objects. These objects the Amrapali Jewels Museum would have sparked conversations within the family, enabling the transmission of sublime concepts. They...
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