Composed entirely of texts from the Pali canon; this unique biography presents the oldest authentic record of the Buddha’s life and revolutionary philosophy. The ancient texts are rendered here in a language marked by lucidity and dignity; and a framework of narrators and voices connect the canonical texts. Vivid recollections of his personal attendant Ananda and other disciples bring the reader into the Buddha’s presence; where his example offers profound inspiration and guidance on the path to freedom.
#2464541 in Books 2014-12-01 #File Name: 1908755229208 pages
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. An unexpected and unique view into the Napoleonic era--through the ...By E.AbrahamianAn unexpected and unique view into the Napoleonic era--through the eyes of a Mamluk of Armenian origins recruited by Napoleon as his personal bodyguard. Many of these Mamelukes recruited by Napoleon lived in France until they were massacred by the restored monarchy and the White Terror of 1815-16. The memoirs are fluently translated by Catherine Carpenter and meticulously annotated by Ara Ghazarians.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy em.gThoroughly researched and complete story of a hidden gem of history
