Theory and Practice of the Mandala (Paperback)

Paperback. This intriguing, thought-provoking study by one of the world's leading authorities on the subject examines the basic doctrine behind the theory and practice of the mandala in India and Tibet, by both Hindus and Buddhists. Topics include the doctrinal basis of the mandala, its use as a means of reintegration, its symbolism, and other aspects of its expression of the infinite possibilities of the subconscious. AUTHOR: Giuseppe Tucci was an Italian scholar of East Asian studies, specializing in Tibetan culture and the history of Buddhism. He was fluent in several languages and is considered one of the founders of the field of Buddhist studies. This intriguing, thought-provoking study examines the mandala's doctrinal basis, its use as a means of reintegration, its symbolism, and other aspects of its expression of the infinite possibilities of the subconscious. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.