Illuminations from the Bhagavad Gita [Hardcover]

Kim Waters (Author), Chris Murray (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 1999 | Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up

This fresh, opulent presentation of the Bhagavad-Gita, India's great spiritual masterpiece, is truly unique. Profusely illustrated with 40 color plates and more than 50 black-and-white drawings, this edition provides a fresh look at this immensely popular classic. A selection of essential verses is lavishly illustrated, incorporating both Eastern and Western classical illumination styles. The authors worked on the illustrations for over five years, inspired by the timeless wisdom of the Gita and their personal association with A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami, the translator of the book's verses. lluminations captures the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita with artistic inspiration from Renaissance, Pre-Raphaelite and Celtic art.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 80 pages
• Publisher: Mandala Publishing; 2 edition (February 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1886069212
• ISBN-13: 978-1886069213
• Product Dimensions: 13.4 x 9.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,387,286 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #76 in Books > Children's Books > Religions > Eastern

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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Illuminations is a timeless classic, July 15, 1999

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This review is from: Illuminations from the Bhagavad Gita (Hardcover)

In this age of digital consciousness it is almost impossible to comprehend how an artist like Kim Murray can draw these images in all their details and textures. The ornate and lush style of the illustrations are a meditation that one willingly surrenders to- a collection of mandala- like imagery that is a feast for the eye and the heart. The print quality of Illuminations is also extraordinary- this book is an incredible deal at this price!

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning artwork, February 12, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Illuminations from the Bhagavad Gita (Hardcover)

This book was given to me as a child. It is one of the most beautifully illustrated books that I've ever seen. The text is highlights from the Bhagavad Gita which is spiritual based. There are beautiful, large full page detailed color pictures on at least every other page! The opposite pages also all have illustrations on them. If you like India art, this book is a must have in your collection.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I LOVE this book!, September 21, 2006

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This review is from: Illuminations from the Bhagavad Gita (Hardcover)

I just reread the Bhagavad Gita and I am in love with it! Then I went hunting for an illustrated edition and this little (purse-size) volume is perfect!!!! (I want a large edition of now.) The art is gorgeous and the passages have been thoughtfully chosen to give the reader the essentials of the Gita.