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Buddhist texts through the ages
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- Book Synopsis
- This unique anthology of Buddhist scripture traces the development of Buddhism through the ages, with translations from the original Pali, Sanskrit, Chinese, Tibetan and Japanese. 'The most comprehensive book on Buddhist philosophy.' Two Worlds Designed to serve scholars and students, this classic text has become a valuable resource for Buddhists and all those who wish to explore for themselves the original sources of one of the world's great religions. Accessible and jargon-free, these translations from the original Pali, Sanskrit, Chinese, Tibetan and Japanese are presented in plain English by four leading experts on the language and literature of Buddhism, while a glossary of foreign terms completes a thoroughly comprehensive and timeless introduction to the subject.
- About The Author
- Edward Conze studied Indian and comparative philosophy at the universities of Bonn and Hamburg. He later lectured in psychology, philosophy, and comparative religion at Oxford, held a number of academic appointments, and served as Vice-President of the Buddhist Society.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781780743981
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Oneworld Academic, (03 April 2014)
- Number of Pages
- 324
- Weight
- 364 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 198 x 129 x 24 mm
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