The new book titled ‘Rama With An Axe; Myth and Cult of Parasurama Avatara’ critically explores the role played by the Parashuram Avatar of Hindu God Vishnu in the development of various cults, rituals, festivals and temples in India . Another highlight of the book written by Pradeep Kant Choudhary, is the in depth study of the Parashuram’s relation with his mother Renuka and the Yellamma worship. The book is scholarly in nature and helps in understanding the origin of various cults, rituals and festivals. There is also a detail analysis of the story of Parashuram Avatar. Rama With An Axe; Myth and Cult of Parasurama Avatara Written by Pradeep Kant Choudhary Published by Aakar Books Price – Rupees 750/- You may also like to read Parashuram Avatar – the Sixth incarnation of Vishnu Goddess Renuka Worship in South India – the Yellamma Cult