The Dhammapada
| AUTHOR | Roebuck, Valerie; Roebuck, Valerie; Anonymous et al. |
| PUBLISHER | Penguin Classics (11/30/2010) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Paperback (Paperback) |
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One of the best-known and best-loved works of Buddhist literature, the Dhammapada forms part of the oldest surviving body of Buddhist writings, and is traditionally regarded as the authentic teachings of the Buddha himself, spoken by him in his lifetime, and memorized and handed on by his followers after his death. A collection of simple verses gathered in themes such as 'awareness', 'fools' and 'old age', the Dhammapada is accessible, instructional and mind-clearing, with lessons in each verse to give ethical advice and to remind the listener of the transience of life. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
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ISBN-13:
9780140449419
ISBN-10:
0140449418
Binding:
Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
320
Carton Quantity:
48
Product Dimensions:
5.00 x 1.00 x 7.70 inches
Weight:
0.50 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Bibliography,
Index,
Price on Product,
Table of Contents
Country of Origin:
GB
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BISAC Categories
Religion | Buddhism - Sacred Writings
Grade Level:
College Freshman
and up
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One of the best-known and best-loved works of Buddhist literature, the Dhammapada forms part of the oldest surviving body of Buddhist writings, and is traditionally regarded as the authentic teachings of the Buddha himself, spoken by him in his lifetime, and memorized and handed on by his followers after his death. A collection of simple verses gathered in themes such as 'awareness', 'fools' and 'old age', the Dhammapada is accessible, instructional and mind-clearing, with lessons in each verse to give ethical advice and to remind the listener of the transience of life. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
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