A study of Sadhuism, with an account of the Yogis, Sanyasis, Bairagis and other strange Hindu sectarians. This volume is concerned with the results of the most deep-seated and abiding ideas and sentiments of the Indian people and will help to interpret the people of India to that section of the English public which is interested in a little known, but fascinating, land. A great many curious myths, legends and stories about ascetics of various sects may be found within. Illustrated.