The Buddha
Subtitle: A Short Biography (Oneworld Short Guides)
Publisher: Oneworld Publications
Published: December 25, 2001
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 224
ISBN-13: 9781851682560
Subjects: Biography: general; Buddhism; Religious & spiritual leaders; General; Biography / Autobiography; Religion; Buddhism - History; Religious; Gautama Buddha
Description: This new biography charts not only the life of the Buddha as it happened, but also considers what the life of Siddhartha Gautama still means to Buddhists today. Examining the art, rituals, and mythologies surrounding the life of the Buddha, it provides a profound insight into the true meaning and heart of Buddhism, and is a fascinating introduction for all those interested in this area.