Karim lives with his Mum & Dad in a suburb of south London & dreams of making his escape to the bright lights of the big city. But his father is no ordinary Dad he is the buddha of suburbia a strange & compelling figure whose powers of meditation hold a circle of would-be mystics spellbound with the fascinations of the East. Among his disciples is the glamorous & ambitious Eva & when the buddha of suburbia runs off with her to a crumbling flat in Barons Court Karims life becomes changed in ways that even he had never dreamed of. ...

Jesus Gandhi & the Buddha all had brains built essentially like anyone else's yet they were able to harness their thoughts & shape their patterns of thinking in ways that changed history. With new breakthroughs in modern neuroscience & the wisdom of thousands of years of contemplative practice it is possible for us to shape our own thoughts in a similar way for greater happiness love compassion & wisdom. Buddha's Brain" joins the forces of modern neuroscience with ancient contemplative teachings to show readers how they can work toward greater emotional well-being healthier relationships more effective actions & deepened religious & spiritual understanding. This book will explain how the core elements of both psychological well-being & religious or spiritual life
- virtue mindfulness & wisdom
- are based in the core functions of the brain: regulating learning & valuing."

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This book aims to meet the needs of the student about to embark on a more advanced programme by striking a balance between scholarly views & a mode of expression which is readily intelligible. Designed for the A-level student & the undergraduate this book looks at Buddhism. The book examines the life & teaching of the Buddha the early development of Buddhism Theravada & Mahayana Buddhism & Buddhism in the West with particular reference to Britain. ...

The books are ideal preparation for GCSE religious studies long & short courses as well as being an invaluable resource for non-examined courses at key stage 4. The key features within the book lead students through the content in an interesting & fulfilling way; Key Questions ensure students know the direction of their learning Key Word definitions remove the ambiguity of subject specific words Weblinks increase the scope & scale of their learning Perspectives bring a sense of reality to the student & invoke discussion Test Yourself provides instant feedback Tasks & Assignments require explanation evaluation & provide exam preparation ...

Your hands-on guide to this widely practiced & ancient religion Buddhism one of the world's most widely practiced religions is a fascinating yet complex eastern religion that is rapidly spreading throughout western civilization. What does it mean to be a Buddhist? What are the fundamental beliefs & history behind this religion? Buddhism For Dummies explores these questions & more in this updated guide to Buddhist culture. You'll gain an understanding of the origins of this ancient practice & how they're currently applied to everyday life. Whether you're a searcher of truth a student of religions or just curious about what makes Buddhism such a widely practiced religion this guide is for you. In plain English it defines the important terms explains the key concepts & explores in-depth a wide range of fascinating topics. New & expanded coverage on all the schools of Buddhism including Theravada Tibetan & Mahayana The continuing relevance of the Dalai Lama Updated coverage on daily observances celebrations styles practices meditation & more Continuing the Dummies tradition of making the world's religions engaging & accessible to everyone Buddhism For Dummies is your essential guide to this fascinating religion. ...

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." ...

Buddy has a hopeless father who is an aging rocker interested only in Elvis & bikes & living on the fringes of the under-world. When Buddy's mum walks out the two manage to strike up some kind of relationship
- until Buddy realizes that his dad is involved in something more serious than he suspected. A moving totally convincing account of a boy's faltering relationship with his father.
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OS Explorer Map is the Ordnance Surveys most detailed map & is recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities such as walking horse riding & off-road cycling. The series provides complete GB coverage & can now be used in all weathers thanks to OS Explorer Map
- Active a tough versatile version of the OS Explorer Map.
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OS Explorer Map is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed map & is recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities like walking horse riding & off-road cycling. Providing complete GB coverage the series details essential information such as youth hostels pubs & visitor information as well as rights of way permissive paths & bridleways. ...

Perfect for day trips & short breaks the OS Landranger Map series covers Great Britain with 204 detailed maps. Each map provides all the information you need to get to know your local area &

Includes:: places of interest tourist information picnic areas & camp sites plus Rights of Way information for England & Wales.

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