Temples of Andhra Pradesh, by Dr. C.S. Vasudevan

Contents: Preface. I. Introduction: 1. Glimpses of political history. 2. Development of architecture. 3. Temple administration. 4. Temple income and expenditure. 5. Temple servants. 6. Temple as an educational centre. 7.Temple as a repository of fine arts. II. Sri Varaha-Narashimha temple, Simhachalam. III. Sri Kurmanatha temple, Srikurmam. IV. Sri Bhimesvara temple, Draksharama. V. Sri Madhukesvara and Sri Somesvara temples, Mukhalingam. VI. Sri Venkatesa temple, Tirupati--a case study. VII. Resume.Glossary. Bibliography. Index. "Dr. Vasudevan in this well documented and analytical work seeks to illustrate the socio-economic aspects of the six most prominent temples of Andhra Pradesh, which are located at different parts of the state. And, what is most important is that, they are still under worship, viz., Sri Varaha-Narasimha temple at Simhachalam, Srikurmanatha temple at Srikurmam, Sri Bhimesvara temple at Draksharama, Sri Madhukesvara and Sri Somesvara temples at Mukhalingam and Sri Venkatesa temple at Tirupati. These temples with their age-old rituals and customs continue to keep the traditions alive."