Religions of Tibet in Practice: Abridged Edition
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| Rating | : | 4.13 (900 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 069112972X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 440 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-12-18 |
| Language | : | English |
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Nope said No surprise. I find that anything by Donald Lopez will fulfill any expectations I have. Religions is comprehensive, entertaining, straight-forward, and well-organized. I highly recommend it if you are interested in learning the surrounding cultural-religious traditions that have l. "Two Stars" according to Paschell Wilson. fairly good read
Originally published in 1997, Religions of Tibet in Practice is a landmark work--the first major anthology on the topic ever produced. This new edition--abridged to further facilitate course use--presents a stunning array of works that together offer an unparalleled view of the Tibetan religious landscape over the centuries. Religions of Tibet in Practice remains a work of great value to scholars, students, and general readers.. Organized thematically, the twenty-eight chapters are testimony to the vast scope of religious practice in the Tibetan world, past and present
Lopez Jr., is Arthur E. . Link Distinguished University Professor of Buddhist and Tibetan Studies at the University of Michigan. Donald S. He is the editor of three other volumes in this series: "Buddhism in Practice, Religions of India in Practice", and "Religions of China in Practice"
Anyone interested in gaining an overall sense of what constitutes Tibetan religious thought in all its multifarious ramifications could hardly have a more helpful introduction."--David Hicks, Asian Thought and SocietyPraise for Princeton's previous edition: "This anthology on Tibetan religions is a first of its kind. The contributors are among the best in the growing field. Significant and groundbreaking."--Choice. Praise for Princeton's previous edition: "Religions of Tibet in Practice is by far the richest sourcebook of Tibetan texts available and will reward bot