Experience all of Budapests attractions with this up-to date authoritative guide packed with Insider Tips. Most holidaymakers want to have fun & feel relaxed from the moment they arrive at their holiday destination
- thats what Marco Polo Guides are all about. In this guide you can find hotels & restaurants; check out the citys trendiest places nightlife scene & shopping. Also contains: the Perfect Day Festivals & Events Travel with Kids Travel Tips Links Blogs Apps & more Hungarian phrasebook & comprehensive index. Budapest Hungarys beautiful & lively capital is a dynamic city full of tradition that is at the same time symbolic of a country in the throes of dramatic social & economic change. MARCO POLO Budapest takes you up to the Fishermans Bastion with its magnificent views over the city full of fantastic architecture & down into the bustle of the Central Market & the wonderful atmosphere of the citys traditional coffee houses. Budapest has a host of attractions: a day spent on the green Margaret Island can be just as much a part of a visit as a night at the opera or an evening stroll across the Chain Bridge. The Insider Tips reveal where young fashion designers display their latest creations & where the Budapest scene meets up. The Best Of pages highlight some unique aspects of the city recommend places to go for free contain tips for rainy days & tell you where you can relax & chill out. Youll find out Whats Hot in Budapest from eco design to attending cultural events in thermal baths. The City Walks guide you along the Castle Hill & into the Jewish Quarter. Last but not least the Dos & Donts warn of changing money on the streets & of fake policemen. MARCO POLO Budapest provides comprehensive coverage of the city. To help you find your way around theres a detailed street atlas inside a folding public transport map in the backcover plus a handy pull-out map. A must-have for all travellers including those who havent bought a travel guide in the past
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The ultimate pocket map of Budapest! Explore historic city of Budapest with the help of this genuinely pocket-sized pop-up map. Small in size yet big on detail this compact dependable city map will ensure you don't miss a thing. *

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Thomas Manns first novel Buddenbrooks is drawn from his own life & experience. Subtitled The Decline of a Family his story of a prosperous Hanseatic merchant family & their gradual disintegration is also an extraordinary portrayal of the transition from the stable bourgeois life of the nineteenth century to a modern uncertainty. ...

Growing up in the modern world our children have to cope with ever-increasing amounts of stress which can hinder their development. The ancient wisdom of Buddhism with its emphasis on peace love & compassion is the ideal basis for helping any child to face these challenges with inner confidence & calm. Building on the age-old art of storytelling this beautiful book re-tells 20 ancient Buddhist tales in a way that is thoroughly fun & accessible to children. Featuring superb full-page illustrations the stories will transport kids into an imaginary world of enlightenment & discovery where they will meet delightful characters & discover an easy-to-understand Buddhist message
- one that will help them think about how they can apply values such as patience perseverance honesty & generosity to their own lives. Designed to be read aloud by a parent or read by older children on their own these compelling narratives provide a pleasurable soothing transition into sleep.
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Nichiren Daishonin Buddhism encourages the belief that through its faith & practices spiritual & material blessings & benefits can be available to everyone in this life. Needs can be met & success achieved not merely for oneself but for others (and the world) through dedication to the Lotus Sutra a central teaching of Buddhism. It combines these personal objectives with the commitment to world peace ecology & the easing of suffering especially AIDS. Attracting such well known followers as Jeff Banks Sandie Shaw Tina Turner & Roberto Baggio Nichiren Daishonin Buddhism is rooted in a Buddhist tradition going back to the teachings of Nichiren in the 13th century & is part of an international movement based in Japan. ...

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
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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. ...

This is a book about awareness
- its about being awake & in touch with what is going on here & now. Practical & down-to-earth it
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