Devis - The Mother Goddesses

This book has five beautifully illustrated, traditional stories of the Hindu goddesses - Durga, Kali, Lakshmi and Saraswati. Read how Durga destroyed the demon Mahisha, how Kali was born from the frown of the goddess, Ambika, how Lakshmi brings fortune and prosperity and how Saraswati - goddess of wisdom - saved the world from Ravana's evil brother, Kumbhakarna. Retold in a simple and entertaining style, these fascinating stories are a wonderful source of introduction to the world of Hindu mythology.