The Wisdom of Buddhism by Humphreys, Christmas - 1960

Michael Joseph, London, 1960. First Edition. Green Cloth. Very Good/Fair. gilt titles spine & front; "The wisdom of Buddhism is to be found in its Scriptures and here is an attempt to compile a balanced selection from Buddhist writings. To reflect the growing Western interest in the subject, the Scriptures used by the Zen School of China and Japan are generously represented, there are chapters on the Buddha, Tibetan Buddhism, Concentration and Meditation, the Buddhist Order, and Nirvana. The Editor is the Founding President of the Buddhist Society and the author of the Pelican book - 'Buddhism'. In this anthology he has given the source of each item and added a glossary and an index." a clean copy in a price-intact but worn D/J.; 280 pages. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Religion & Theology; Tibetan Buddhism; Esoteric; Mysticism; Philosophy. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: EST00143. .