Grade 4-7. An attractive and useful title. As she did in Hinduism (Peter Bedrick, 1996), Ganeri utilizes a double-page topic treatment to answer some basic questions about the religion's principles and practices. In response to such inquiries as "What did the Buddha teach?" and "How do Buddhists Worship?" she presents a survey of Buddhist history, beliefs, sacred texts, festivals, and life-cycle events. As in other titles in the series, there is discussion of the art and folk literature associated with the religious tradition. Colorful photographs, illustrations, and art reproductions appear throughout. A brief section "Buddhism in Exile" mentions the Dalai Lama and Tibet, but this series does not stress contemporary political conflicts.?Libby K. White, Schenectady County Public Library, NY
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What do Buddhists believe? Where and when did Buddhism begin? What are the Buddhist holidays? Who is the Dalai Lama?
This series takes an exciting look at religion, history, and culture through the everyday lives of people from all over the world. Using color photographs and detailed illustrations, each book helps young people ask questions and leads them toward a better understanding of a particular historical era, religion, or culture.
Anita Ganeri was born in Calcutta, India. She graduated from Cambridge University and earned an M.A. in Indian studies. She is the author of many information books for young people.
