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Edward Thompson

Suttee: A Historical and Philosophical Enquiry Into the Hindu Rite of Widow-Burning [Hardcover]

Gyan Publishing House, 2025

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Gyan Books Pvt Ltd

(Delhi, India)

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Year of publication
2025
ISBN
1111032343068
Author
Edward Thompson
Pages
178
Publishers
Gyan Publishing House
Keyword
Religion
Languages
English
Binding
Hardcover
Print on demand
Yes

Description

About The Book: Suttee: A Historical and Philosophical Enquiry Into the Hindu Rite of Widow-Burning by Edward Thompson, published in 1871, critically examines the practice of suttee, where widows self-immolated or were forced to burn on their husband's funeral pyre. Thompson explores the historical, cultural, and religious aspects of the ritual, highlighting its roots in ancient Hindu traditions. He discusses its philosophical implications, the moral debate surrounding it, and the British colonial intervention to abolish the practice, offering insights into colonialism, religion, and social reform.
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