Thoroughly 'reader friendly' and an excellent, highly recommended addition

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	• Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism, Revised Edition John Powers Snow Lion Publications, 2007 - 512 pages average customer review:based on 7 reviews view larger image
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A Good Survey Despite Wierd Feminism

I was glad to find J. Powers' comprehensive explanation of Tibetan Buddhism. It was both technically informative and colorful. I enjoyed the detail on the discovery of the reincarnated Dalai Lama; the testing of the 2-year-old boy by the disguised monks. Tibetan Buddhism can be confusing and arcane, and a book like this was needed. My only complaint: Powers' use of female pronouns throughout the book is offputting to a male reader; slightly bizzare. Buddhism was founded by a male, developed by men, and has attracted men for aeons. A feminist agenda in work of this weight (even twisting the conventions of literature) is misplaced and gives to the text a triteness.

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Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism

I would highly recommend this seller! Book arrived in Australia quicker than expected in better condition than expected!! Can't get better than that!

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Very good introduction

This is a very good undergraduate-level introduction to Vajrayana. It's well-organized, thorough without being too intimidating, and evenhanded. It really isn't a substitute for a teacher or time spent with a practice group, of course, but it'll help a newcomer make sense out of terminology and references.

A Very Good Introduction

This book is one of the most valuable I have come across in all the academic studies of Buddhism. I highly recommend it to all.

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Thoroughly 'reader friendly' and an excellent, highly recommended addition

Now in a newly revised and expanded edition, "Introduction To Tibetan Buddhism" by John Powers is a comprehensive and informative introduction that covers a wide range of topics including Tibetan Buddhist history, doctines, meditation practices, schools, religious festivals, and major historical figures. Of special not in this revised edition are the expanded discussions of recent Tibetan history and tanta, and significant new publications in the field. Articulate, superbly organized and presented, "Introduction To Tibetan Buddhism" is thoroughly 'reader friendly' and an excellent, highly recommended addition to personal, academic, and community library Buddhist Studies reference collections and supplemental reading lists.

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The expanded edition of the classic reference, one of Snow Lion's top ten bestsellers. Thorough coverage of Tibetan Buddhism from its Indian origins to the present day; includes new information on the four schools of Tibetan Buddhism, religious practices and festivals, and the current political situation.

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