Buddhism: A Student's Approach to World Religions (A Student's Guide to World Religions)

This book aims to meet the needs of the student about to embark on a more advanced programme by striking a balance between scholarly views and a mode of expression which is readily intelligible. Designed for the A-level student and the undergraduate, this book looks at Buddhism. The book examines the life and teaching of the Buddha, the early development of Buddhism, Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism, and Buddhism in the West, with particular reference to Britain.