She is the Mother Goddess, Mahamaya-the enchantress, the supreme
consciousness, the pure source from which all creation emerges and to
whom all must eventually return. As Usas, the enchanting goddess of the
dawn, she is loved passionately and hated fiercely, leading to a
horrific tragedy. As Durga, the invincible warrior, she defeats the
savage Mahishasura, whom none of the male gods could vanquish. As Kali,
the fearsome dark goddess, she delights in chaos. Yet she is also
Shakti, beloved of all, who, when united with Shiva, restores balance to
the universe. In this captivating narrative, explore the contrasting
facets of the sacred feminine; experience her awesome power, forged on
the flames of love and hate; and watch her teach the male-dominated
pantheon a lesson in compassion. Witty, engaging and thought-provoking,
Shakti: The Feminine Divine will force readers to re-evaluate everything
they know about the gods and goddesses and inspire all to embrace the
Shakti within.