Hinduism and ModernityISBN: 978-0-631-20861-7
Hardcover
264 pages
February 2003, Wiley-Blackwell
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"Hinduism and Modernity will undoubtedly prove essential
for all those interested in the history and methodology of
Indological Studies, and deservedly so. It provides an excellent
introduction to the relevant key trends, issues and concerns;
indeed, Smith's bibliography alone is an invaluable resource. The
breadth of Smith's work is staggering and his clarity and elegance
in presenting it are remarkable."
Andrew McGarrity, University of Sydney, Asian Studies
Review
"In his book David Smith presents a comprehensive survey of
Hinduism in relation to modernity. The book provides a fascinating
account of the interaction of Hinduism with modernity from the rise
of rationalist discourse in the West, through colonialism and
orientalism, to contemporary Hindu culture and the politics of
identity. Controversial at times, particularly in its treatment of
feminist and post-colonial critiques of Indology, the book will
provide an extremely useful focus for discussion in courses on
South Asia and the transformations of religion in late modernity."
Professor Gavin Flood, University of Stirling
"Smith demonstrates his pedagogical abilities through an
insightful array of metaphors borrowed from popular Hinduism that
he uses to illustrate themes within Hinduism and modernity. This
approach serves him particularly well..."
Timonthy C. Tennent, Associate Professor of World Missions,
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
"This 250 page book is innovative and informative. It
offers a dynamic analysis of Hinduism in the perspective of western
notions of modernity."
Ezine Articles
"Smith's book is courageous and bold, and it could redefine how
students begin to learn what Hinduism is."
Laurie L. Patton, Emory University, The Journal of
Religion