{"product_id":"power-presence-and-space-south-asian-rituals-in-archaeological-context-9780367539535","title":"Power, Presence and Space: South Asian Rituals in Archaeological Context","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eRitual power, presence, and space are connected to societal and political power structures in South Asia, explored in this book from the early Common Era to the present day. It argues for the need to redress historical neglect and proposes new ways of understanding rituals in history. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 312 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 25 September 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePatterns of ritual power, presence, and space are intricately intertwined with and reflect the societal and political power structures in which they are enacted. This captivating book delves into these profound connections in South Asia, spanning from the early Common Era to the present day. Within its pages, a diverse array of essays explores a wide range of themes, including a genealogical exploration of ideas concerning Vedic rituals in European thought, a detailed examination of Buddhist donative rituals in Gandhara and Andhra Pradesh during the early Common Era, a study of land endowments, festivals, and temple establishments in medieval Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, a close analysis of Mughal court rituals within the Mughal Empire, and a thoughtful exploration of contemporary ritual complexes on the Nilgiri Plateau.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe central argument of this volume is a compelling call to rectify a historical neglect in recognizing and theorizing ritual and religion within the material contexts of archaeology. Moreover, it poses challenging questions to existing theoretical and methodological frameworks for documenting rituals in history, seeking to propose fresh and innovative ways of understanding these intricate phenomena.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis volume holds immense appeal to scholars and researchers with a deep interest in South Asian history, religion, archaeology, and historical geography. Its insights and perspectives will undoubtedly enrich our understanding of the complex tapestry of ritual, power, and presence in this region, shedding light on the enduring legacies of the past and shaping our understanding of the present.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 580g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 234 x 156 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780367539535\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44642014560506,"sku":"9780367539535","price":44.73,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1697218170881_book.jpg?v=1697484221","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/power-presence-and-space-south-asian-rituals-in-archaeological-context-9780367539535","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}