Studies on Tantra in Bengal and Eastern India.

The article is a review of a book titled "Studies on Tantra in Bengal and Eastern India" edited by Madhu Khanna. The book explores the Tantric traditions of Eastern India, with a focus on the concept of Śakti in its various aspects. The volume is divided into three parts, covering topics such as syncretism between Śākta and Vaiṣṇava traditions, the Śākta Pīṭhas (pilgrimage sites), and Śākta theology. The articles in the book provide case studies and specific instances of Tantric traditions in the region. The reviewer notes that the book is a valuable contribution to Tantric studies and may be of interest to scholars in various fields. However, they also mention some typos in the volume. [Extracted from the article]