There are so many books by so many authors in so many different topics related to Hinduism, that it is very difficult to take buying decision while choosing any book. Hinduism and its various elements, by their very nature, are so open to different kinds of interpretations that you may get lost even before you know just what you need to know. There are hundreds of books on each topic written by both Western and Indian writers, including Swamis and Saints, who are often biased by their own obsessions. Here we've put together some useful resources to make your task of choosing good books easier.

Books on Hinduism Basics
Hinduism is a unique religion from almost all possible perspectives. It is characterized by wide variety of ideas and diverse practices. This lack of uniformity makes this religion at once difficult to understand and an attractive subject of study. What are the fundamentals of this "universal" religion or "way of life"? You need a few good books to guide you through.

• Top Books on Hinduism Basics

Books on the Bhagavad-Gita
The Bhagavad Gita is universally regarded as the single most influential philosophical text shaping spiritual thought and life. This ultimate guide to self-realization reveals the essential nature of man, his environment and his relationship with the Almighty, like no other work. The teaching of the Bhagavad Gita is said to free you from all sense of limitation. There are several good translation and commentaries available.

• Top 10 Books on the Gita

Books on Ayurveda
Often referred to as the "Mother of all healing", Ayurveda is an ancient Indian medical system that has found great relevance in today's stressful world. Selecting a book on Ayurveda, suitable for all, is not easy. But if you want to take the full benefit of this health care technique, you need to have a good book as your reference.

• Top 5 Books on Ayurveda