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Buddhist Thought: A Complete Introduction to the Indian Tradition
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Buddhist Thought: A Complete Introduction to the Indian Tradition Hardcover - 2000

by Paul Williams; Anthony Tribe; Alexander Wynne


From the publisher

Buddhist Thought guides the reader towards a richer understanding of the central concepts of classical Indian Buddhist thought, from the time of Buddha, to the latest scholarly perspectives and controversies. Abstract and complex ideas are made understandable by the authors' lucid style. Of particular interest is the up-to-date survey of Buddhist Tantra in India, a branch of Buddhism where strictly controlled sexual activity can play a part in the religious path. Williams' discussion of this controversial practice as well as of many other subjects makes Buddhist Thought crucial reading for all interested in Buddhism.

First line

'Buddhism', and its derivatives like 'Buddhist', are, of course, English words.

Details

  • Title Buddhist Thought: A Complete Introduction to the Indian Tradition
  • Author Paul Williams; Anthony Tribe; Alexander Wynne
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Pages 336
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Routledge
  • Date December 21, 2000
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780415207003 / 0415207002
  • Weight 0.99 lbs (0.45 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.09 x 5.44 x 1.01 in (20.55 x 13.82 x 2.57 cm)
  • Reading level 1370
  • Library of Congress subjects Buddhism - India - History
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2003541733
  • Dewey Decimal Code 294.3

About the author

Paul Williams is Professor of Indian and Tibetan Philosophy and Co-Director of the Centre for Buddhist Studies at the University of Bristol. His numerous publications include Mahayana Buddhism (Routledge, 1989).