Yaksas, Part 1-2 : Literary Licensing, LLC : 9781258066949 : 1258066947 : 16 Jul 2011 : Yaksas, Part 1-2 is a book written by Ananda K. Coomaraswamy. The book is a two-part series that explores the ancient Indian concept of yaksas, which are supernatural beings that are believed to inhabit the natural world. Part 1 of the book provides a detailed analysis of the yaksas in Indian art and literature, while Part 2 focuses on the philosophical and religious aspects of the yaksas. The book delves into the history and significance of the yaksas in Indian culture, as well as their role in Hindu mythology and Buddhism. It also examines the symbolism and iconography associated with the yaksas in Indian art, including their depictions in sculpture, painting, and other forms of visual art. Overall, Yaksas, Part 1-2 provides a comprehensive and insightful exploration of this fascinating aspect of Indian culture and mythology.Part 1, With Twenty-Three Plates; Part 2, With Fifty Plates.This scarce a