The Buddha: A Very Short Introduction

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Synopsis
Michael Carrithers guides us through the complex and sometimes conflicting information that Buddhist texts give us about the life and teaching of the Buddha. He discusses the social and political background of India in the Buddha's time and traces the development of his thought. He also assesses the rapid and widespread assimilation of Buddhism and its contemporary relevance. Well-paced and informative, this introduction will enlighten not only those who study Buddhism and comparative religion but anyone intrigued by the remarkable philosophy of one of the greatest religious thinkers.
Copyright:
2001

Book Details

Book Quality:
Excellent
Book Size:
122 Pages
ISBN-13:
9780192854537
Publisher:
Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Michael Carrithers
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
History, Nonfiction, Religion and Spirituality
Submitted By:
170
Proofread By:
170
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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