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Buddhism

A Short History

Edward Conze author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Oneworld Publications

Published:22nd Dec '07

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A classic introduction to this ancient faith from one of recent history's greatest scholars of Buddhism.

This authoritative guide provides a classic introduction to the ancient faith of Buddhism from one of recent history's greatest scholars in the subject.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.

"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 *

ISBN: 9781851685684

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 13mm

Weight: 195g

160 pages

2nd Revised edition