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Buddhism : A Short History

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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 'A lucid and reliable introduction to Buddhism.' Times Higher Educational Supplement In this comprehensive 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 twentieth-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 Mah y na 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.

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  • ISBN-13: 9781851685684
  • ISBN-10: 1851685685
  • Publisher: Oneworld Publications
  • Publish Date: February 2008
  • Dimensions: 7.7 x 5 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.4 pounds
  • Page Count: 160

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