In this second edition of the best-selling Introduction to Buddhism Peter Harvey provides a comprehensive introduction to the development of the Buddhist tradition in both Asia & the West Extensively revised & fully updated this edition draws on recent scholarship in the field exploring the tensions & continuities between the different forms of Buddhism Harvey critiques & corrects some common misconceptions & mistranslations & discusses key concepts that have often been over-simplified & over-generalised The volume
Includes:: detailed references to scriptures & secondary literature an updated bibliography & a section on web resources Key terms are given in Pali & Sanskrit & Tibetan words are transliterated in the most easily pronounceable form making this is a truly accessible account This is an ideal coursebook for students of religion Asian philosophy & Asian studies & is also a useful reference for readers wanting an overview of Buddhism & its beliefs