Buddhist India (1911)

By T.W. Rhys Davids

Book Overview

Buddhist India (1911) is a book written by T. W. Rhys Davids that provides a comprehensive overview of Buddhism in India during the time of its inception and growth. The book is divided into four parts, with the first part focusing on the life of the Buddha and his teachings. The second part explores the development of Buddhism in India, including the evolution of Buddhist literature and the spread of Buddhism throughout the country. The third part delves into the various schools of Buddhism that emerged in India, including the Theravada and Mahayana traditions. Finally, the fourth part discusses the decline of Buddhism in India and its eventual disappearance from the country. Throughout the book, Davids provides detailed historical and cultural context for the development of Buddhism, drawing on a wide range of sources including Buddhist texts, archaeological evidence, and contemporary accounts. Overall, Buddhist India (1911) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of Buddhism in India.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166611868
• ISBN13: 9781166611866
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 356 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"