The Gospel of Buddha: Compiled from Ancient Records
(Hardback)
Publishing Details
The Gospel of Buddha: Compiled from Ancient Records
By (Author) Paul Carus
Introduction by Martin Verhoven
Open Court Publishing Co ,U.S.
Open Court Publishing Co ,U.S.
22nd July 2004
United States
Classifications
Physical Properties
Hardback
512
Width 184mm, Height 247mm
1672g
Description
The Gospel of Buddha, the classic text on Buddhism that first introduced many Westerners to Buddha and his teachings, was first published in 1894 and immediately became a worldwide bestseller. Author Paul Carus (18521919) collected many accounts of Buddha's life, teachings, and death, and fashioned a coherent and gripping narrative. It was easily understood and popular with Americans because it resembled a Christian "gospel." Martin Verhoeven's detailed introduction describes the circumstances surrounding Carus's achievement, and the book's relation to other strands of Buddhist teaching. This edition also includes 25 newly rediscovered paintings by the renowned Buddhist artist Yamada.
