Gurus in America
| Author/creator | Forsthoefel, Thomas A. Editor |
| Other author | Humes, Cynthia Ann 1958- Editor |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | Albany : State University of New York Press |
| Description | 236 p. 09.340 x 06.380 in. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Twentieth Century Religious Thought, Volume 4: Eastern Religions - All Titles |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from eBooks on EBSCOhost |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete |
| Subjects |
| Series | SUNY Series in Hindu Studies |
| Summary | Annotation Gurus in America provides an excellent introduction to the guru phenomenon in the United States, with in-depth analyses of nine important Hindu gurus-Adi Da, Ammachi, Mayi Chidvilasananda, Gurani Anjali, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Osho, Ramana Maharshi, Sai Baba, and Swami Bhaktivedanta. All of them have attracted significant followings in the U.S. and all but one have lived here for considerable periods of time. The book's contributors discuss the characteristics of each guru's teachings, the history of each movement, and the particular construction of Hinduism each guru offers. Contributors also address the religious and cultural interaction, translation, and transplantation that occurs when gurus offer their teachings in America. This is a fascinating guide that will elucidate an important element in America's diverse and ever-changing spiritual landscape. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2004029290 |
| ISBN | 9780791465738 |
| ISBN | 079146573X (Trade Cloth) Active Record |
| Standard identifier# | 9780791465738 |
| Stock number | 00025125 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | ✔ Available |