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

Williams, Paul; Tribe, Anthony; Wynne, Alexander

  • 3.92 out of 5 stars
    126 ratings by Goodreads
 
9780415207003: Buddhist Thought: A Complete Introduction to the Indian Tradition

Synopsis

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.

"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.

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).

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Other Popular Editions of the Same Title

9780415207010: Buddhist Thought: A Complete Introduction to the Indian Tradition

Featured Edition

ISBN 10:  0415207010 ISBN 13:  9780415207010
Publisher: Routledge, 2000
Softcover