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Author Geraci, Robert M., author

Title Temples of modernity : nationalism, Hinduism, and transhumanism in south Indian science / Robert M. Geraci
Published Lanham : Lexington Books, [2018]

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Contents Navigating science and technology in Bangalore -- Religious science and the building of a nation -- Nationalism and the political enchantment of technology -- Hindu icons, images, and rituals in scientific spaces -- India's transhumanist landscapes -- Reinventing religion, reimagining science
Summary Geraci offers an investigation into the intersection of religion, science, and technology in scientific and engineering communities in India. Using historical and ethnographic methods, Geraci explores religion, science, and technology in politics, scientific uses of Hindu images and rituals, and Indian reflections on the future of humanity
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
Notes Description based on print version record
Subject Religion and science -- India, South
Nationalism -- India, South
BODY, MIND & SPIRIT -- Gaia & Earth Energies.
RELIGION -- Christianity -- General.
Nationalism.
Religion and science.
South India.
Form Electronic book
LC no. 2018034696
ISBN 9781498577755
149857775X