India: A Sacred Geography by Diana L EckMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
India: A Sacred Geography is a lyrical account of the sacred places in India. Although it was not Eck's intent (and she expresses anguish at Hindu nationalism), she inadvertently proves that India is a nation based in Hindu culture by highlighting the interconnectedness of sacred places in India.
Each chapter is illustrated by maps with a level of detail appropriate to the subject matter. I have faulted other books on India for their poor maps, but not this book.
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