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Nordic Inst of Asian Studies, 2008. Paperback. New. 200 pages. 8.50x5.50x0.50 inches.
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Divinity and Diversity: A Hindu Revitalization Movement in Malaysia Paperback - 2007
by Alexandra Kent
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- Title Divinity and Diversity: A Hindu Revitalization Movement in Malaysia
- Author Alexandra Kent
- Binding Paperback
- Edition 1st
- Pages 200
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Nordic Institute of Asian Studies
- Date September 30, 2007
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Bibliography, Glossary, Illustrated, Index, Table of Contents
- ISBN 9788791114892 / 8791114896
- Weight 0.65 lbs (0.29 kg)
- Dimensions 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.6 in (21.34 x 13.72 x 1.52 cm)
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- Cultural Region: Southeast Asian
- Religious Orientation: Hindu
- Dewey Decimal Code 294.561
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