Introducing Buddhism by Charles S Prebish
Written by two leading Buddhist scholars, this book explains the key teachings of Buddhism and traces the historical development and spread of the religion from its beginnings. Besides covering topics such as Engaged Buddhism, Buddhist Ethics and Buddhism and the Western World, it also contains a chapter devoted to Meditation.'An up-to-date textbook for beginners as well as advanced students of BuddhismIts clear structure helps beginners getting oriented in the complex field of Buddhism, and its respective chapters are rich in detailed information for students who already have some basic knowledge. Instructors and students alike will appreciate its didactic tools. I have used this book in my classes, with great success.' – Oliver Freiberger, University of Texas at Austin, USA
Charles S. Prebish is Professor of Religious Studies at Utah State University. Damien Keown is Professor of Buddhist Ethics at Goldsmiths College, University of London. They are the editors of the Routledge Curzon series Critical Studies in Buddhism and of the Routledge Encyclopedia of Buddhism.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780415392358 |
| ISBN 10 | 0415392357 |
| Title | Introducing Buddhism |
| Author | Charles S Prebish |
| Series | World Religions |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Year published | 2006-06-26 |
| Number of pages | 320 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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