This introduction to the history, philosophy, beliefs, mythology and practice of Hinduism unravels the complexities of this world religion. The book looks at the branches of Hinduism as well as its relevance for the modern Western world, with topics such as the yoga tadition, the Vedanta of Shankara, the Devotional and Tantric Movements, sacred Hindu texts and epics such as the Vedas, the Upanishads and the Gita.