The most complete & compelling research on this topic is by stella krarmrisch. Presence of shiva book is available from Motilal Banarsidas Mylapore.
eyes, we see the true shiva - SHIVA - who is an amalgamation of so many concepts . Just like an ocean carrying the taste of many rivers merging in her, Shiva represents so many dimensions.
dear Gokul, It is a wonderful book. Stella Kramrisch was connected w the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Quite a grande dame, I think, but a tiny woman. I have the book, and you've inspired me to go back and read it again. kathie