Buddhism - Softcover

Clive Erricker

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0340867469 ISBN 13: 9780340867464

Publisher: Teach Yourself, 2003

Synopsis

Buddhism has many varied forms, which are now present in the West and which are growing in their variety as Buddhism adapts to its growing global presence and new cultural environments. Today Buddhism is a tradition influenced by its passage throughout Asia and now by its entry into Europe, Australasia and North America. With "Teach Yourself Buddhism", examine that historical journey for yourself, focusing on the value of Buddhism in the contemporary world and the persistent relevance of its teachings. You can discover the Buddha and his teachings, the diversity of Buddhism, Buddhist values and practices and the relevance of Buddhism in the modern world, in this book.

About this title

About the Author:

Clive Erricker has been teaching in religious education and the study of religions for thirty years. He is a specialist in World Religions and, in particular, in Buddhism. He is joint editor of the International Journal of Children's Spirituality and co-director of the Children and Worldviews Project. He has been Chair of the Shap Working Party for World Religions in Education and the Meditation in Education Network.

About this edition

• Publisher: Teach Yourself
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0340867469
• ISBN 13: 9780340867464
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 240