Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik, one of India's most popular mythologists has clearly brought out the transition of Lord Shiva from Shiva the ascetic to Shankara the householder, in his book, Shiva to Shankara. This book also clears the air around the 'erotic ascetic' as scholars have believed that the early image of Lord Shiva brought out three of his characteristics such as Lord of Animals, Lord of Yoga and Lord of Phallus. Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik in his book, Shiva To Shankara interprets the meaning of the symbol that has been associated with Lord Shiva that is the 'linga' through the exploration of narratives, symbols and rituals. He looks at the sexual metaphors associated with Shiva and uncovers their spiritual connotations. Shiva To Shankara gives the reader an understanding of life, a life which is filled with peace and free from sorrow.