Skanda Purana Part 21 (AITM Volume 69) Sahitya Akademi Delhi This book is an excellent

This book is an excellent attempt in the right direction and is written in a well-organized manner aided by several useful illustrations

their legal and political institutions and the merits and demerits of their characters

The poet often draws a glowing picture of the perfect happiness which men who have renounced the world enjoy

He was well-versed in the Vedic lore and the different branches of studies subordinate to the Vedas

and demi-gods

Skanda Purana Part 21 (AITM Volume 69) Sahitya Akademi Delhi This book is an excellentIt is the biggest among Puranas. Named after Skanda, son of Siva, this Purana expounds doctrines and worship of Siva. It also contains legends of Siva, especially his battles with Daityas and Danavs. There are sections of Yoga, Dhyana (Meditation), and Jnana (Knowledge). It describes Siva temples in and around Varanasi. It is encyclopedic in character and throws light on different topics of general interest. This Purana is divided into Seven Khandas: