Introduction to Buddhism. Torchinov E.

Evgeny Aleksandrovich Torchinov - a famous Chinese and a Buddhist, historian of philosophy and culture. “Introduction to Buddhism” is the most famous book by E.A. Torchinova and, perhaps, the best Russian -speaking book about Buddhism. In an accessible form, the reader can get acquainted with the basics of the formation and development of Buddhism, understand the great variety of his schools and directions, and learn about basic ideas and concepts. It is with this book that it is best to start acquaintance with the ancient, complex and vivid world of the Buddhist religion.