As he approaches his fortieth birthday, the introverted monk Seido Oda is ordered by his superior to leave behind his peaceful, quiet refuge in the remote mountains of Japan & set up a temple in Brooklyn's Little Calabria. There Oda is confronted with an uphill struggle to get to understand the ways of his new host country, & finds his patience & beliefs tested by a motley crew of misguided American Buddhists
- a shock which will enable him to come to terms with painful memories of his past & finally experience that sense of belonging he has always sought.
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Buddhism is the single common thread uniting the Asian world, from India to South-East Asia & through Central Asia to China, Korea & Japan. To guide & inspire believers, innumerable symbols & images were made, beginning in India in the 3rd century BC. This phenomenally diverse tradition

Includes:: not only frescoes, relief carvings, colossal statues, silk embroideries & bronze ritual objects but also rock-cut shrines with a thousand Buddhas, the glorious stupas of South-East Asia & the pagodas of the Far East, the massive ”mandala in stone” of Borobudur in Java & entire 13th-century temple complexes at Angkor in Cambodia. The author describes all the Buddhist schools & cultures, & explains their imagery, from Tibetan cosmic diagrams & Korean folk art to early Sri Lankan sites & Japanese Zen gardens.

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Newly available in paperback, this sumptuous volume presents a dazzling collection of photographs of the majestic landscape & Buddhist people of the Himalayas. The authors profound intimacy with their subject is immediately apparent in their awe-inspiring images, which present a harmonious mosaic of the unmatched richness of the civilizations on the Roof of the World. The pictures are accompanied throughout by contributions from nineteen eminent specialists on the region, who discuss the faith, culture, politics & traditions of the Himalayan world. Reflecting not only the cycle of human existence but also the history of the Himalayas, this lavish volume offers an unparalleled insight into Himalayan Buddhism in the 21st century. ...

In this follow-up to ” Buddhist Himalayas”, Olivier & Danielle Follmi have once more worked in vivid colour to document the beauty of the majestic Himalayan landscape, while delving yet deeper into the wisdom of the Tibetans. Each of the images presented here is mirrored by a meditation from one of the great masters & thinkers of Tibetan Buddhism, among them His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Kalou Rinpoche, Chogyam Trungpa, Anagarika Govinda & Shabkar. These insights, divided into 52 themes to follow the rhythm of the year, encompass subjects that touch all humanity: from money, health & faith to trust & love. Their wisdom & power offer a means for daily meditation, whatever the reader`s beliefs or religious traditions. ...

Newton Ferrers, Noss Mayo & Wembury area of southern Devon on a very detailed, GPS compatible hiking, cycling & horse riding map from Croydecycle at 1:12, 500, printed on light, waterproof & tear-resistant synthetic paper. The map is part of publishers’ series covering the western coast of Somerset, both coastlines of Devon, & the adjoining areas of Dorset. Each handy size, 50 x 35cm, map is double-sided to cover a wider area. Topography is indicated by contours at 10m intervals with graphics and/or colouring for different type of terrain (s&, shingle, mud, high or low cliffs, etc) & vegetation (woodlands, gorse, scrub, etc). An overprint highlights footpaths, permissive paths & small permissive paths, Bridleways, cycle tracks & country roads which are byways for all traffic. On other roads markings indicate routes which are part of the National Cycle Network. Symbols show locations of campsites & caravan sites, riding stables, pubs/cafes/restaurants, shops & other local facilities, etc. For GPS users each map has in the margins National Grid coordinates. Most 1:12, 500 maps include enlargements of main town (s), an inset providing geological information, & details of transport options. To see other titles in this series, including cycle maps, please click on the series link. The 1:12, 500 maps are numbered on our website westwards along the Somerset & north Devon coast, & then eastwards along the southern coast of Devon & into Dorset. ...

Map No. 190, Bude & Clovelly 1809-1813, in the Cassini Historical Series of old Ordnance Survey mapping of England & Wales at 1:50, 000 in a format designed to offer a convenient comparison with the present day coverage from the OS, & most locations in three different editions. Old historical maps have been combined so that the sheet lines correspond to the current Landranger series & reproduced with the scale changed from one inch to one mile to 1:50, 000. Most locations are covered by three separate maps, showing how the area has changed over the decades, with selected major cities also presented in a fourth edition. * Old Series: the first detailed survey mapping dating for most areas from the first half of the 19th century, in black & white & with relief shown by hachuring.* Revised New Series from 1880s/1900s, with some colouring & a mixture of hachuring & contour lines.* Popular Edition from the inter-war years, with contour lines & colouring to indicate woodlands, parks, etc.* New Popular Edition from the late 1940s, reproduced in the Cassini series for the major cities. Each map

Includes:: notes on the development of Ordnance Survey & the various series produced by them. For those interested in maps & cartography in general, the Cassini series also provides a fascinating insight into how Ordnance Survey cartographic style has developed over a period of over 100 years. Coverage in this title

Includes:: present day Holsworthy, Stratton, Boscastle, Bideford, Stoke, Hartl&, Milford, Parkham, Lillteham, Woolfardisworthy (Woolsery), Buckland Brewer, Stibb Cross, Bradworthy, Welcombe, Morwenstow, Woodford, Kilkhampton, Sutcombe, Shebbear, Cookbury, Holsworthy Beacon, Bridgerule, Pyworthy, Clawton, Bangors, Halwill Junction, Ashwater, Luffincott, Boyton, Yeolmbridge, Broadwoodwidger, Canworthy Water, Hallworthy, Davidstow, Marshgate, Middle Crackington, Week St. Mary, Widemouth Bay & Bangors, plus Hartland Point & Roadford Lake.* PLEASE NOTE: Stanfords can also print on request mapping from all four series *centring the map on a location of your choice.* For more information please click on the link below.



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Map No. 190, Bude & Clovelly 1809-1919 (3-map set), in the Cassini Historical Series of old Ordnance Survey mapping of England & Wales at 1:50, 000 in a format designed to offer a convenient comparison with the present day coverage from the OS, & most locations in three different editions. Old historical maps have been combined so that the sheet lines correspond to the current Landranger series & reproduced with the scale changed from one inch to one mile to 1:50, 000. Most locations are covered by three separate maps, showing how the area has changed over the decades, with selected major cities also presented in a fourth edition. Old Series: the first detailed survey mapping dating for most areas from the first half of the 19th century, in black & white & with relief shown by hachuring. Revised New Series from 1880s/1900s, with some colouring & a mixture of hachuring & contour lines. Popular Edition from the inter-war years, with contour lines & colouring to indicate woodlands, parks, etc. New Popular Edition from the late 1940s, reproduced in the Cassini series for the major cities. Each map

Includes:: notes on the development of Ordnance Survey & the various series produced by them. For those interested in maps & cartography in general, the Cassini series also provides a fascinating insight into how Ordnance Survey cartographic style has developed over a period of over 100 years. Coverage in this title

Includes:: present day Holsworthy, Stratton, Boscastle, Bideford, Stoke, Hartl&, Milford, Parkham, Lillteham, Woolfardisworthy (Woolsery), Buckland Brewer, Stibb Cross, Bradworthy, Welcombe, Morwenstow, Woodford, Kilkhampton, Sutcombe, Shebbear, Cookbury, Holsworthy Beacon, Bridgerule, Pyworthy, Clawton, Bangors, Halwill Junction, Ashwater, Luffincott, Boyton, Yeolmbridge, Broadwoodwidger, Canworthy Water, Hallworthy, Davidstow, Marshgate, Middle Crackington, Week St. Mary, Widemouth Bay & Bangors, plus Hartland Point & Roadford Lake. PLEASE NOTE: Stanfords can also print on request mapping from all four series centring the map on a location of your choice. For more information please click on the link below.



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Map No. 190, Bude & Clovelly 1900, in the Cassini Historical Series of old Ordnance Survey mapping of England & Wales at 1:50, 000 in a format designed to offer a convenient comparison with the present day coverage from the OS, & most locations in three different editions. Old historical maps have been combined so that the sheet lines correspond to the current Landranger series & reproduced with the scale changed from one inch to one mile to 1:50, 000. Most locations are covered by three separate maps, showing how the area has changed over the decades, with selected major cities also presented in a fourth edition. * Old Series: the first detailed survey mapping dating for most areas from the first half of the 19th century, in black & white & with relief shown by hachuring.* Revised New Series from 1880s/1900s, with some colouring & a mixture of hachuring & contour lines.* Popular Edition from the inter-war years, with contour lines & colouring to indicate woodlands, parks, etc.* New Popular Edition from the late 1940s, reproduced in the Cassini series for the major cities. Each map

Includes:: notes on the development of Ordnance Survey & the various series produced by them. For those interested in maps & cartography in general, the Cassini series also provides a fascinating insight into how Ordnance Survey cartographic style has developed over a period of over 100 years. Coverage in this title

Includes:: present day Holsworthy, Stratton, Boscastle, Bideford, Stoke, Hartl&, Milford, Parkham, Lillteham, Woolfardisworthy (Woolsery), Buckland Brewer, Stibb Cross, Bradworthy, Welcombe, Morwenstow, Woodford, Kilkhampton, Sutcombe, Shebbear, Cookbury, Holsworthy Beacon, Bridgerule, Pyworthy, Clawton, Bangors, Halwill Junction, Ashwater, Luffincott, Boyton, Yeolmbridge, Broadwoodwidger, Canworthy Water, Hallworthy, Davidstow, Marshgate, Middle Crackington, Week St. Mary, Widemouth Bay & Bangors, plus Hartland Point & Roadford Lake.* PLEASE NOTE: Stanfords can also print on request mapping from all four series *centring the map on a location of your choice.* For more information please click on the link below.



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Map No. 190, Bude & Clovelly 1919, in the Cassini Historical Series of old Ordnance Survey mapping of England & Wales at 1:50, 000 in a format designed to offer a convenient comparison with the present day coverage from the OS, & most locations in three different editions. Old historical maps have been combined so that the sheet lines correspond to the current Landranger series & reproduced with the scale changed from one inch to one mile to 1:50, 000. Most locations are covered by three separate maps, showing how the area has changed over the decades, with selected major cities also presented in a fourth edition. * Old Series: the first detailed survey mapping dating for most areas from the first half of the 19th century, in black & white & with relief shown by hachuring.* Revised New Series from 1880s/1900s, with some colouring & a mixture of hachuring & contour lines.* Popular Edition from the inter-war years, with contour lines & colouring to indicate woodlands, parks, etc.* New Popular Edition from the late 1940s, reproduced in the Cassini series for the major cities. Each map

Includes:: notes on the development of Ordnance Survey & the various series produced by them. For those interested in maps & cartography in general, the Cassini series also provides a fascinating insight into how Ordnance Survey cartographic style has developed over a period of over 100 years. Coverage in this title

Includes:: present day Holsworthy, Stratton, Boscastle, Bideford, Stoke, Hartl&, Milford, Parkham, Lillteham, Woolfardisworthy (Woolsery), Buckland Brewer, Stibb Cross, Bradworthy, Welcombe, Morwenstow, Woodford, Kilkhampton, Sutcombe, Shebbear, Cookbury, Holsworthy Beacon, Bridgerule, Pyworthy, Clawton, Bangors, Halwill Junction, Ashwater, Luffincott, Boyton, Yeolmbridge, Broadwoodwidger, Canworthy Water, Hallworthy, Davidstow, Marshgate, Middle Crackington, Week St. Mary, Widemouth Bay & Bangors, plus Hartland Point & Roadford Lake.* PLEASE NOTE: Stanfords can also print on request mapping from all four series *centring the map on a location of your choice.* For more information please click on the link below.



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Map No. 190, Bude & Clovelly, in the waterproof & tear-resistant OS Active version of the Ordnance Survey Landranger series at 1:50, 000, including Holsworthy, Stratton, Boscastle, Bideford, Stoke, Hartl&, Milford, Parkham, Lillteham, Woolfardisworthy (Woolsery), Buckland Brewer, Stibb Cross, Bradworthy, Welcombe, Morwenstow, Woodford, Kilkhampton, Sutcombe, Shebbear, Cookbury, Holsworthy Beacon, Bridgerule, Pyworthy, Clawton, Bangors, Halwill Junction, Ashwater, Luffincott, Boyton, Yeolmbridge, Broadwoodwidger, Canworthy Water, Hallworthy, Davidstow, Marshgate, Middle Crackington, Week St. Mary, Widemouth Bay & Bangors, plus Hartland Point, Roadford Lake & a section of the South West Coast Path. Edition D1; Publication date April 2012 About Ordnance Survey ...