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The Reluctant Buddhist (Paperback)

by William Woollard (Author)
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  • Paperback: 296 pages
  • Publisher: Grosvenor House Publishing Ltd (1 Sep 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1906210357
  • ISBN-13: 978-1906210359
  • Product Dimensions: 20.1 x 12.4 x 2.3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 30,961 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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    #21 in  Books > Religion & Spirituality > Buddhism > Philosophy
    #61 in  Books > Society, Politics & Philosophy > Philosophy > Non-Western

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This book is about Buddhism, and the pursuit of happiness. The author takes us on an intensely personal journey into the practice of Nichiren Buddhism, which has now been embraced by many millions of people around the world. It is not in any way about a remote, abstract, inaccessible, philosophy. It is about Buddhism in daily life; about learning in a wholly practical way, how to build a better and happier life for yourself, and for those whom your life touches, no matter what the circumstances. You don't have to conform to a specific lifestyle. You don't have to be especially knowledgeable or dedicated or indeed religious in any way. Nichiren Buddhism teaches the extraordinary truth that happiness is not a matter of chance or accident, but essentially, a matter of choice, and that we can all learn how to make that choice.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent personal introduction, 6 April 2008
By D. C. Ulyatt (Nottingham, Notts United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
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Former(?) TV Presenter William Woolard provides a personal insite into the practise of the Buddhism of Nichiren Daishonin in this well written introductory book.

Whilst the book works well on an 'introduction to Buddhism' level, it's really his journey into it, which many will recognise, that makes it such an appealing book.

He explains very clearly, the difference between this and other forms of Buddhism, in that this practise is not an 'other world' practise, but is firmly rooted in daily life and designed to move our lives forward - Highly Recomended.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Practical and rational, 15 Feb 2009
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William Woolard introduces the practice of Nichiren Diashonin Buddhism, explaining it's relevance for the modern age with a practical, yet personal, scientific approach. For me, he addressed many issues I find challenging in a rational and easy to understand manner. The editing is poor, but once the reader can see beyond that to the heart of what is being said, it contributes to the deeply felt, personal experience expressed by Mr Woolard.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Why Buddhism?, 12 Feb 2009
As a practitioner of Nichiren Buddhism myself, I approached this book with interest, as I am always curious as to how others found this practice, and how it affects their lives. William Woollard is a name with which I am familiar, and I imagined that he would have a scientific approach to life, which is completely opposite to the way I function; another good reason to read this. It was very interesting, and Mr Woollard sets his stall out well. As a personal account of his spiritual journey, I enjoyed it enormously, but the surprising poorness of the grammar made me grind my pedantic teeth throughout. This is a good book much in need of a good sub-editor.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Buddhism is daily life
I heartily recommend this book to anyone remotely interested in Buddhism. If, like me, you are teetering on the edge, then this book will almost certainly help make up your mind... Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars you need not be reluctant...
I do hope that there will be a revised and corrected version of this book. If you can tolerate the irritating punctuation and grammar errors you will find genuine, inspirational... Read more
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I have been practicing Nichiren Buddhism since only recently and I found this book helpful in motivating me to strengthen my faith (and actions!) through my practice. Read more
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