Ways of Dying: Death and its Meaning in South Asia

18 reviews for Ways of Dying: Death and its Meaning in South Asia

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   Rated 3 out of 5

   Pankaj Kumar – March 20, 2023

   Interesting topic, but the writing style was a little dry. I wish it had more personal stories.

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Anju – May 15, 2023

   The depth of research is impressive. Gave me a new perspective. A little repetitive in places.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Rahul Meena – May 27, 2023

   This book opened my eyes to new ways of understanding grief and mourning. A truly enriching experience.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Aanchal Arya – June 29, 2023

   I appreciated the book’s sensitivity to cultural nuances. Very well written and respectful.

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Arjun Kumar Arora – July 11, 2023

   I found the book very informative. It could be more accessible to a general audience.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Himanshu Tyagi – July 11, 2023

   I learned so much about different cultural perspectives on death. Thought-provoking and insightful. Highly recommended!

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Himanshu Choudhary – September 21, 2023

   Comprehensive and insightful. It broadened my understanding of different cultural viewpoints on death.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Divanshu Gaur – November 2, 2023

   A profound book that challenges Western-centric views of death. Some parts were quite moving.

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Aman Tamrakar – March 3, 2024

   A thought-provoking exploration, although some arguments could have been developed further.

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Ayush Kanojiya – March 19, 2024

    An average reading experience. It was neither bad nor exceptional. Some chapters dragged on.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Nikhil Jha – April 13, 2024

    A valuable contribution to the field of death studies. Sometimes felt a bit detached.

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Manvi Singh – May 17, 2024

    A decent read, but lacked a certain spark. Did not fully capture my attention. Too much jargon.

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Lakshita – June 16, 2024

    Interesting, but overly scholarly and theoretical. I was hoping for something more emotionally engaging.

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    Rated 5 out of 5

    Pratyksha Mishra – July 12, 2024

    This book is a must-read for anyone interested in comparative religion or anthropology. Very enlightening.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Saksham Arora – August 23, 2024

    A fascinating exploration of death rituals in South Asia. Some chapters were a bit dense, but overall, a worthwhile read.

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    Rated 5 out of 5

    Bhukiya Sai Shreya – August 26, 2024

    The book provided great insight into diverse cultural practices. I enjoyed learning about new traditions.

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    Rated 5 out of 5

    Roshan Kumar – October 11, 2024

    Excellent overview of death rituals across South Asia. Clear and concise, and well-organized.

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Sahil Patel – November 27, 2024

    A bit academic for my taste, but still a valuable resource for anyone interested in death and culture.