Vishnu - an Introduction  (English, Paperback, Pattanaik Devdutt)

Vishnu - An Introduction is a manifestation on the part of the author, Devdutt Pattanaik, to make the readers understand the relevance of worshipping Lord Vishnu. The readers have also been given an insight into the origin, philosophy, and the traditions followed by the Vaishnava sect. In order to make the reading more engrossing for the elderly as well as for children, the tales of the reincarnations of Vishnu, particularly of Rama and Krishna have been retold. The tales of some of the lesser known incarnations such as Prithu, Hayagriva, Hamsa, and Mandhata and the hitherto unknown story of the son of Vishnu have also been written upon. The different symbols pertaining to the Vaishnava sect have been displayed in a comprehensive diagram to assist those who are keen on acquiring knowledge about the religious order of the Vaishnavites. The prominent temples of Lord Vishnu and attractive images make the book all the more inviting.

Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik had a career in Medicine before turning to leadership consultancy, writing, and mythology. He was born on 11th December, 1970, in Mumbai and completed his M.B.B.S. Degree from the Grant Medical College and worked in the Healthcare and Pharma segments for more than fourteen years. He is presently the Chief Belief Officer at the Future Group and is a columnist for Mid Day. He is the author of books like Myth = Mithya: A Handbook Of Hindu Mythology and The Pregnant King.