Description
Myths of the Hindus & Buddhists is a classic work of comparative mythology and religious storytelling, first published in the early 20th century by Sister Nivedita, a disciple of Swami Vivekananda and a respected interpreter of Indian spiritual traditions for Western readers.
The book presents the central myths, legends, and sacred narratives of Hinduism and Buddhism, including stories of Krishna, Rama, Shiva, Buddha, and other key figures, placing them within their philosophical, cultural, and religious contexts. Rather than treating these traditions as superstition, Nivedita approaches them as profound symbolic systems expressing metaphysical ideas, ethics, devotion, and the nature of reality.
Richly illustrated, the work blends mythological narrative with historical insight and cultural interpretation, making it accessible to general readers while retaining intellectual seriousness. It also explores how myth, art, and religious practice intertwine in Indian civilization.
As part of the wider Myth and Legend literary tradition, this book remains an influential and widely collected introduction to Hindu and Buddhist mythology, valued for its clarity, reverence, and literary style.
