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The Indian Swastika And Its Western Counterparts is a book written by Edward Thomas in 1880. The book explores the history and significance of the swastika symbol in Indian culture and its counterparts in Western cultures. The author examines the different interpretations and uses of the swastika in various cultures, including its association with Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism in India, as well as its use in ancient Greece, Rome, and Scandinavia. Thomas also discusses the controversies surrounding the swastika symbol in the Western world, particularly its association with the Nazi party in…mehr

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The Indian Swastika And Its Western Counterparts is a book written by Edward Thomas in 1880. The book explores the history and significance of the swastika symbol in Indian culture and its counterparts in Western cultures. The author examines the different interpretations and uses of the swastika in various cultures, including its association with Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism in India, as well as its use in ancient Greece, Rome, and Scandinavia. Thomas also discusses the controversies surrounding the swastika symbol in the Western world, particularly its association with the Nazi party in Germany. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed analysis of the swastika symbol and its cultural significance, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of symbols and their meanings.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
Autorenporträt
Edward Thomas was born near Uxbridge in 1943 and grew up mainly in Hackney, east London in the 1950s. His teaching career took him to central Africa and the Middle East.Early retirement from the profession enabled him to concentrate on writing. Along with authorship of half a dozen books, he has contributed regular columns to several journals.