The Buddhism of Tibet or Lamaism with its mystic cults, symbolism and mythology, and in its relations to Indian Buddhism

Waddell, L. Austine

Published by W. A. Allen & Co., Limited, London, 1895

About this Item

First edition, 8vo, pp. xviii, [2], 598, [2] ads; frontispiece, numerous illustrations throughout, a number full-page and several folding; original pictorial gray cloth stamped in green and gilt on upper cover and spine; spine slightly darkened, text a little toned, but generally a good, sound copy. "The most authoritative exposition of the ritual and belief of Lamaism, and a notable contribution to the history of Buddhism" (Yakushi). First detailed study of Tibetan Buddhism in English, by the Scottish linguist, explorer and Indian army doctor Laurence Austine Waddell (1854-1938). Yakushi W02.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Buddhism of Tibet or Lamaism with its mystic cults, symbolism and mythology, and in its relations to Indian Buddhism
• Publisher: W. A. Allen & Co., Limited, London
• Publication Date: 1895
• Edition: First Edition.
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