
Patrick McCartney, "Authenticity, Legitimacy and the Transglobal Yoga Industry: A Sociological Analysis of Shanti Mandir" (Routledge, 2025)
New Books in Sociology
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Journey into Shanti Mandir
This chapter recounts the speaker's transformation from a casual yoga attendee to an immersed member of the Shanti Mandir community. It explores his academic shift towards anthropology and spoken Sanskrit, culminating in his research findings and publications on the cultural significance of the language. Additionally, the chapter delves into the sociology of knowledge within the community, examining the diverse contributions of its members and the complexities of their interactions.
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