- Paperback: 176 pages
- Publisher: Duncan Baird Publishers; New edition edition (16 Sep 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1844830586
- ISBN-13: 978-1844830589
- Product Dimensions: 25 x 17.6 x 1.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,714,825 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Drawing on theories and discoveries, this title explores all aspects of Alexander's eventful life and reign. Topics covered include his family life, his leadership skills, his obsession with the gods and his daily life.
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Very very short introduction to Buddhism,
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This review is from: Buddhist Inspirations: Essential Philosophy, Truth and Enlightenment (Inspirations (Watkins Publishing)) (Paperback)
As the previous reviewer said this book is beautiful and would make a excellent first introduction to Buddhism. I would go further and say that it is perfect for children aged 8+ and would be great book to have in schools.
My only concern is that is rather short- more than half of the 160 pages are taken up by pictures. As such for lots of big topics you just get little introductory paragraphs. It would be easy to find this and better information online so I wouldn't say it was worth buying the book for the content- I'd recommend Buddhism For Dummies (For Dummies (Lifestyles Paperback)) or Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions) instead. P.S. Looking back at the book having written this I discovered a second concern: the section on the Three Characteristics of Existence is unclear and also gave me the impression that this formula originated with Ananda Maitreya, the 20th century Theravadin, rather than with the Buddha himself (which is what the other sources I've seen imply).
3 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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Beautiful introduction to Buddhism,
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This review is from: Buddhist Inspirations: Essential Philosophy, Truth and Enlightenment (Hardcover)
The information presented here is a very basic, simple introduction to Buddhism. The beauty of the book is in its rich, colourful artwork and the simplicity of its explanations. It is an ideal first book explaining the history, ethos, practices and symbolism of Buddhism, although if you already have some knowledge and are researching further, you would be disappointed. This is one to whet your appetite and delight the eye. It would also be a good book for explaining Buddhism to others.
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