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An Introduction to Buddhism: Teachings, History and Practices (Introduction to Religion),New
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In this new edition of the bestselling 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 new 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 oversimplified and overgeneralised. 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.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'An Introduction to Buddhism' by Peter Harvey? A: The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the development of the Buddhist tradition in both Asia and the West, discussing key concepts, misconceptions, and the diversity within Buddhism.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Buddhism? A: Yes, this book is ideal for beginners as it is written in an accessible manner, making complex concepts easy to understand.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains 547 pages of detailed content on Buddhism.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the 2nd edition of 'An Introduction to Buddhism'.
- Q: When was 'An Introduction to Buddhism' published? A: The book was published on December 14, 2012.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'An Introduction to Buddhism' is Peter Harvey.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: Key features include detailed references to scriptures, an updated bibliography, and a section on web resources for further exploration.
- Q: Does the book cover different schools of Buddhism? A: Yes, it explores the tensions and continuities between different forms of Buddhism.
- Q: Are there any special terms included in the book? A: Yes, key terms are provided in Pali and Sanskrit, and Tibetan words are transliterated for easier pronunciation.