On Tue, May 25, 2010 at 3:09 AM, Sriram Karra <[email protected]> wrote: > > I am looking for recommendations for books on Buddhism (3-5) - I am > interested in (reasonably) authoritative history and teachings of the > prominent schools. If recommendations are based on second hand reviews, > please do mention that.
I've been reading "The Tree of Enlightenment" http://www.buddhanet.net/pdf_file/tree-enlightenment.pdf which is a free online summary of the basic theology, philosophy, and practices of the major schools. 402 pages. I'm a somewhat practicing Buddhist and I've found it fascinating. On the other hand I like theology, philosophy, and the minutiae of doctrinal religious differences ("filioque" anyone?) I think it would be perfect. -- Charles
