Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction

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Damien Keown (Emeritus Professor of Buddhist Ethics, Goldsmith's College, London)

Buddhism

A Very Short Introduction

Damien Keown (Emeritus Professor of Buddhist Ethics, Goldsmith's College, London)

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Oxford University Press
28 February 2013

Religion & beliefs; Buddhism

Series: Very Short Introductions

Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction introduces the reader to the teachings of the Buddha and to the workings of Buddhism in daily life. Damien Keown looks at the distinctive features of Buddhism, examining who the Buddha was and what his teachings were. By considering how Buddhist thought has developed over the centuries, Keown considers how contemporary dilemmas can be faced from a Buddhist perspective.

In this new edition Keown provides new perspectives on Buddhist thought, including up-to-date material about the evolution of Buddhism throughout Asia, the material culture of Buddhism and its importance, new teachings on the ethics of war and peace, and changes to ethnicity, class, and gender.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

By: Damien Keown (Emeritus Professor of Buddhist Ethics Goldsmith's College London)
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 174mm, Width: 114mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 139g
ISBN: 9780199663835
ISBN 10: 0199663831
Series: Very Short Introductions
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 28 February 2013
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

<br>Damien Keown is Reader in Buddhism at Goldsmiths College, University of London. His books on Buddhism include Dictionary of Buddhism and Buddhist Ethics: A Very Short Introduction. He is also Editor of The Journal of Buddhist Ethics and Co-Editor of The Curzon Critical Studies in Buddhism series.<br>

Reviews for Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction

Keown's skill in explaining complex ideas and the book's clarity of structure and style ensure that it will retain the respect of scholars and students. In short, the book is a very worthwhile read. Naomi Appleton, The Expository Times