Negotiating the Divine

11 reviews for Negotiating the Divine

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Sourav – March 13, 2023

   It is a decent book to have, but sometime it felt like Rao is being bias. It is still a good read, but do not take it as a holy grail.

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   Rated 3 out of 5

   Vaibhav Mishra – April 11, 2023

   The subject matter is important, but the book is very academic. Not a casual read. It is a good starting point for the subject.

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   Rated 3 out of 5

   Rishabh Nayak – April 22, 2023

   I enjoyed learning about the rituals and traditions, but I felt disconnected from the women themselves. The book lacked a certain emotional depth for me.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Anwesha Sahoo – June 11, 2023

   A powerful and thought-provoking book. Rao’s work is a testament to the strength and resilience of these women. I am so glad i read it.

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   Rated 3 out of 5

   Hitesh – July 2, 2023

   The book is dense and academic, but the subject matter is intriguing. It took me a while to get through it, but I learned a lot.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Dhanush H B – August 7, 2023

   It is a great book. Rao’s work is so insightful, it made me think of devotion, tradition, and female agency in a patriarchal society.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Umang Kaur Arora – September 14, 2023

   I found “Negotiating the Divine” to be incredibly informative and well-written. It really opened my eyes to the complexities of temple life. Highly recommended!

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   Rated 4 out of 5

   Jyoti – October 8, 2023

   A fascinating glimpse into a hidden world. Rao’s research is thorough, but I wish there were more personal stories. Still, a worthwhile read.

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   Siddhant – October 9, 2023

   Rao does an excellent job of presenting the lives of South Indian temple women. A must-read for anyone interested in religious studies or South Asian culture.

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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Arijit Debnath – December 15, 2023

    An insightful exploration of female agency within a patriarchal system. “Negotiating the Divine” challenges preconceived notions and offers a nuanced perspective.

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    Rated 3 out of 5

    Keshav Kumar – January 31, 2025

    While informative, the writing style was a bit dry. It felt more like a textbook than an engaging narrative. Good content, but could be more accessible.