Follow the Hindu Moon

Speakers: Soumya Aravind Sitaraman and Devdutt Pattanaik

March 6, 2008 | 6.30 pm
Little Theatre, National Centre for the Performing Arts, Mumbai

Follow the Hindu Moon is a journey of cultural re-discovery researched and documented by Soumya Aravind Sitaraman, presented in two lush cloth bound volumes by Random House India. Soumya Sitaraman’s debut as an author has been compared to Fraser’s monumental tome, The Golden Bough and applauded as a thesis in social and cultural anthropology. This pioneer how-to reference manual beautifully designed and lavishly photographed with stunning images by Usha Kris presented in an elegant design format. This reference guide takes the reader on a beautiful and celebratory journey of discovery of the customs, traditions, culture and festivals that mark a Hindu year.

A book launch and panel discussion have been organized that articulates the ideas of mythology, festivals, traditions, and rituals especially in a time of global culture and technology-driven society.