The Dhammapada (Penguin Classics)

Penguin Classics

ISBN 10: 0140449418 / ISBN 13: 9780140449419

Published by Penguin Classics, 2010

About this Item

Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. An apparently unread copy in perfect condition. Dust cover is intact with no nicks or tears. Spine has no signs of creasing. Pages are clean and not marred by notes or folds of any kind.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Dhammapada (Penguin Classics)
• Publisher: Penguin Classics
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0140449418
• ISBN 13: 9780140449419
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Like New
• Weight: 240 grams

About this title

Synopsis

One of the best-known and best-loved works of Buddhist literature

The Dhammapada forms part of the oldest surviving body of Buddhist writings, and is traditionally regarded as the authentic teachings of the Buddha himself, spoken by him in his lifetime, and memorized and handed on by his followers after his death. A collection of simple verses gathered in themes such as "awareness," "fools," and "old age," The Dhammapada is accessible, instructional and mind-clearing, with lessons in each verse to give ethical advice and to remind the listener of the transience of life.

Penguin Classics is the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world, representing a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

About the Author

Valerie Roebuck is a Buddhist, practicing and teaching meditation in the Samatha tradition. She is an honorary research fellow of the University of Manchester and author of The Circle of Stars: An Introduction to Indian Astrology.