Buddhism in America

Author(s): Seager, Richard Hughes Publisher: Columbia University Press Format: Paperback List Price:  Rs. 1,176 Category: Buddhism ISBN-13: 9780231108690 ISBN-10: 0231108699 Language: English Pages: 336 Dimensions: 9.33x5.77x.86 in. Age Range: All Ages

Overview:

Beginning with a brief introduction to Buddhist beliefs and history in both Asia and the United States, Seager then presents six profiles of Buddhist traditions exported to the United States from Japan, Tibet, Southeast Asia, and elsewhere. The last section considers Americanization and recent developments in gender equity, progressive social change, and intra-Buddhist and interreligious dialogue.