by Bradley K . Hawkins (Author)
A concise survey of the history of Buddhism, from its roots in India to its spread across South and East Asia and its present day manifestation in Europe and America. Focusing particulary on the modern period, the text provides an introduction to the different paths of Buddhism - the beliefs and practices - and looks at the ways in which this religion is meeting the challenges of the modern world.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 128
Edition: 1
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 21 Jan 1999
ISBN 10: 041521162X
ISBN 13: 9780415211628