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About The Book
A classic introduction to this ancient faith from one of recent history's greatest scholars of Buddhism.
In this authoritative guide, one of the world's most distinguished scholars of Buddhism provides a compact summary of the tradition’s development, from the time of the Buddha to the 20th century exile of the Dalai Lama.
With skill, sympathy, and insight, Conze traces 2,500 years of Buddhist history, providing a lively explanation of the origins of Buddhism and its most basic doctrines. Covering all the Buddhist schools from Maháyána to Zen, this comprehensive, concise study is widely acknowledged as the classic introduction to the history of the Buddhist tradition, perfect for students and interested readers alike.
In this authoritative guide, one of the world's most distinguished scholars of Buddhism provides a compact summary of the tradition’s development, from the time of the Buddha to the 20th century exile of the Dalai Lama.
With skill, sympathy, and insight, Conze traces 2,500 years of Buddhist history, providing a lively explanation of the origins of Buddhism and its most basic doctrines. Covering all the Buddhist schools from Maháyána to Zen, this comprehensive, concise study is widely acknowledged as the classic introduction to the history of the Buddhist tradition, perfect for students and interested readers alike.
Product Details
- Publisher: Oneworld Publications (December 1, 2007)
- Length: 160 pages
- ISBN13: 9781851685684
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Raves and Reviews
"A lucid and reliable introduction to Buddhism."
– The Times Higher Educational Supplement
"Clear, precise, informed and comprehensive."
– Middle Way
"This is a sound introduction to the religion and a fine work of reference for those already acquainted with its doctrines."
– The Good Book Guide
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