The Little Book of Buddhism: An Introduction to the Key Figures, Beliefs and Practices You Need to Know...

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Georgina-Kate Adams

The Little Book of Buddhism

An Introduction to the Key Figures, Beliefs and Practices You Need to Know

Georgina-Kate Adams

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Summersdale Publishers
11 July 2023

Buddhism; Mind, Body, Spirit; Gift books

Discover the history, teachings and practices of one of the world's oldest religions with this pocket-sized introduction to Buddhism

Who was the Buddha? What's the difference between enlightenment and awakening? Do Buddhists believe in God? Discover all this and more with this beginner's guide to one of the world's oldest and most widely practiced philosophies.

The Little Book of Buddhism provides an accessible and engaging overview of the religion, including its origins, worldview and key figures. This book is the perfect guide for anyone with an interest in the subject, wanting to brush up their knowledge, or looking to apply Buddhist practices to their daily life.

This pocket-sized introduction will help you understand:

- Who Gautama Buddha was, and how Buddhism developed into the fourth-biggest religion in the world

- The difference between the two major branches of Buddhism: Theravada and Mahayana

- The most important Buddhist beliefs and practices, from the Four Noble Truths and the cycle of rebirth (Samsara) to mindfulness and meditation

- The prevalence of Buddhism around the world today, and how its teachings can apply to modern-day life

And much more!

By: Georgina-Kate Adams
Imprint: Summersdale Publishers
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 148mm, Width: 105mm,
ISBN: 9781800077072
ISBN 10: 1800077076
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 11 July 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Georgina-Kate Adams is a freelance writer, social entrepreneur and student of Buddhism. She lives by the sea in Hampshire, UK with her family.