An Introduction to Buddhism: Teachings, History and Practices (Introduction to Religion 2nd Revised edition)
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Peter Harvey (Author)
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In this second edition of the best-selling Introduction to Buddhism, Peter Harvey provides a comprehensive introduction to the development of the Buddhist tradition in both Asia and the West. Extensively revised and fully updated, this edition draws on recent scholarship in the field, exploring the tensions and continuities between the different forms of Buddhism. Harvey critiques and corrects some common misconceptions and mistranslations, and discusses key concepts that have often been over-simplified and over-generalised. The volume includes detailed references to scriptures and secondary literature, an updated bibliography and a section on web resources. Key terms are given in Pali and Sanskrit, and Tibetan words are transliterated in the most easily pronounceable form, making this is a truly accessible account. This is an ideal coursebook for students of religion, Asian philosophy and Asian studies, and is also a useful reference for readers wanting an overview of Buddhism and its beliefs. 11 Tables, black and white; 2 Maps; 15 Halftones, unspecified; 2 Line drawings, unspecified
About the Author
Peter Harvey is Emeritus Professor of Buddhist Studies at the University of Sunderland. He is author of An Introduction to Buddhist Ethics: Foundations, Values and Issues (Cambridge University Press, 2000) and The Selfless Mind: Personality, Consciousness and Nirvana in Early Buddhism (1995). He is editor of the Buddhist Studies Review.
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- Contributor: Peter Harvey
- Imprint: Cambridge University Press
- ISBN13: 9780521859424
- Number of Pages: 550
- Packaged Dimensions: 157x235x29mm
- Packaged Weight: 990
- Format: Hardback
- Publisher: Cambridge University Press
- Release Date: 2012-11-22
- Series: Introduction to Religion
- Binding: Hardback
- Biography: Peter Harvey is Emeritus Professor of Buddhist Studies at the University of Sunderland. He is author of An Introduction to Buddhist Ethics: Foundations, Values and Issues (Cambridge University Press, 2000) and The Selfless Mind: Personality, Consciousness and Nirvana in Early Buddhism (1995). He is editor of the Buddhist Studies Review.
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