A stupendous work and a veritable mine of information on all aspects of Hinduism! Arranged in alphabetical order. The topics dealt in greater detail are: religion, philosophy, mythology, rituals, scriptural works, festivals, and pilgrim centres. Other topics include astrology, biographies of religious personalities, iconography, Sanskrit language of literature, temples and religious institutions. A must for all students of Hinduism.
Stand up, be bold, and take the blame on your own shoulders. Do not go about throwing mud at others; for all the faults you suffer from, you are the sole and only cause.
-Swami Vivekananda