Eastern Philosophy for Beginners - Couverture souple

Powell, Jim

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1934389072 ISBN 13 : 9781934389072

Editeur : For Beginners, 2007

Synopsis

Unusual book

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur :

The spiritual rewards and intellectual challenges of Eastern philosophy are revealed in this visually stunning book, illustrated by Joe Lee and with 19th-century engravings. Eastern philosophy is not only an intellectual pursuit, but one that involves one’s entire being. Much of it is so deeply entwined with the non-intellectual art of meditation, that the two are impossible to separate. In this survey of the major philosophies of India, China, Tibet and Japan, Jim Powell draws upon his knowledge of Sanskrit and Chinese, as well as decades of meditation. Whether tackling Buddha, Confucius, Lao Tzu, Dogen, the Dalai Lama or Patanjal–Powell’s insights are deeply illuminating. All the major philosophies of India, China, Tibet and Japan are explained and everyone, from beginner to expert, will find Eastern Philosophy For Beginners an insightful overview.

Biographie de l'auteur :

Jim Powell lives in Santa Barbara, California where he enjoys surfing, writing, playing piano and painting.  His other books include Mandalas: The Dynamics of Vedic Symbolism, Energy and Eros, The Tao of Symbols, Deconstruction For Beginners, Derrida For Beginners, and Postmodernism For Beginners. Jim has a Master’s Degree in Religious Studies with an emphasis on Sanskrit and Indology. His thesis was on Vedic mythology. He also holds a Master’s Degree in English Literature.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: For Beginners
• Date d'édition: 2007
• ISBN 10: 1934389072
• ISBN 13: 9781934389072
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 192
• Illustrateur: Lee Joe