Historical Dictionary of Buddhism

By (author) Carl Olson

Hardback - £140.00

Publication date:

03 August 2009

Length of book:

370 pages

Publisher

Scarecrow Press

Dimensions:

229x148mm
6x9"

ISBN-13: 9780810857711

In the early 21st century, Buddhism has become ubiquitous in America and other western nations, moving beyond the original bodhi tree in India to become a major global religion. During its journey westward, it has changed, adapted to new cultures, and offered spiritual help to many people looking for answers to the problems of life. It is being studied in institutions of higher education, being practice by many people, and having its literature translated and published.

The Historical Dictionary of Buddhism covers and clarifies Buddhist concepts, significant figures, movements, schools, places, activities, and periods. This is done through a chronology, an introductory essay, a bibliography, and over 700 cross-referenced dictionary entries.
Author Olson has sought to make the largely unfamiliar world of Buddhism (past and present) more accessible to the average person with this compact dictionary....The 80-page bibliography, subdivided into more than 30 categories, takes the work to a much deeper level. Academic collections will especially benefit from this added dimension. Recommended to all libraries with substantial holdings in religion.