Rakshas Sanskriti

Are “demons” merely creatures of folklore—or reflections of the darker instincts within human civilisation itself?

In 'Rakshas Sanskriti', renowned professor Lokenath Chakraborty explores the deep cultural, philosophical, and psychological roots behind the idea of the rakshasa, asura, and the human. Moving beyond myth and legend, the book examines how these archetypes mirror the forces that shape human behaviour—destruction and creation, desire and discipline, violence and compassion.

Drawing from Indian philosophy, folklore, spiritual traditions, psychology, and cultural studies, the author unpacks how civilisation evolves through a constant tension between light and darkness, indulgence and restraint, instinct and awareness. Here, “demonic” is not just supernatural—it is symbolic of impulses, conflicts, and transformations embedded in the human mind.

Part reflective, part analytical, and deeply rooted in Indic thought, 'Rakshas Sanskriti' invites readers to look inward—toward the invisible cultural layers that shape identity, morality, sexuality, sacrifice, and spiritual growth.

Ideal for readers interested in Indian demonology and mythology, this book offers a rare, thought-provoking exploration of the human condition through the lens of tradition and introspection.