Encyclopedia of Buddhism. New York: Macmillan Reference USA, 2004. 982 pp. 2 vols.
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Title:Encyclopedia of Buddhism
Editor(s):Robert E. Buswell, Jr.
Imprint:Macmillan Reference USA
Place of Publication:New York
Publication Year:2004
No. of Volumes:2
Total Pages:982
ISBN:978-0-02-865718-9
eISBN:978-0-02-865910-7
Format:Encyclopedia
Frequency:Monographs
Language:English
Audience:
Academic
Gale Subject Headings:Buddhism; Religion
LC Subject(s):Buddhism-Encyclopedias
Description:This encyclopedia describes the Buddhist world view, basic teachings and practices of Buddhism, as well as its different schools and sects. In addition to containing entries on Buddhist scriptures, art, architecture, divinities, monastic orders, festivals, rites and ceremonies, this 2-vol. set explores the history of Buddhism, the different forms it has taken in different parts of the world, and how Buddhism has blended with other religions.
Publisher:Gale
Address:27500 Drake Road
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Farmington Hills
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United States
Copyright Statement:COPYRIGHT 2004 Macmillan Reference USA, COPYRIGHT 2006 Gale, Cengage Learning
