| An Illustrated Outline of Buddhism: The Essentials of Buddhist Spirituality Contributor(s): Stoddart, William (Author), Fitzgerald, Joseph A. (Foreword by) |
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ISBN: 1936597268 ISBN-13: 9781936597260 Publisher: World Wisdom Books OUR PRICE: $17.06 Product Type: Paperback Published: August 2013 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Buddhism - History - Religion | Buddhism - Rituals & Practice |
| Dewey: 294.3 |
| LCCN: 2013006532 |
| Series: Perennial Philosophy |
| Physical Information: 0.4" H x 6.1" W x 8.99" (0.78 lbs) 144 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Buddhist |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: An Illustrated Outline of Buddhism is an ideal introduction to the vast and complex field of Buddhism, a world religion with more than a billion followers. In its short format and accessible style, it presents the essential features of the Buddhist religion with a clear yet concise style that is suitable for both the general reader and student of Buddhism. This fully color edition contains 40 color illustrations, including a stunning array of outstanding examples of Buddhist art, architecture, statuary, and calligraphy. Numerous maps, diagrams, and charts are included to illustrate important aspects of Buddhist beliefs and to summarize the different cultural forms and developmental phases of Buddhism. A select bibliography for further reading and a detailed index will also aid the reader. |