Hinduism and Buddhism

by Ananda K Coomaraswamy

Overview

First published in 1943, this outstanding book represents in many ways the most complete achievement of Ananda K. Coomaraswamy (1877-1947), one of the main modern representatives of the Hindu tradition. Displaying an unequaled mastery of Sanskrit, Pali, Greek, Latin, and medieval German and Italian sources, Coomaraswamy shows that "the Indian tradition is one of the forms of the Philosophia Perennis, and as such, embodies those universal truths to which no one people or age can make exclusive claim."

This is the only English-language edition that includes all the additions and changes that the Author contributed, shortly before his death, to the French translation of his work.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780984308231
Publisher:	Golden Elixir Press
Publication date:	01/14/2011
Pages:	124
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.29(d)
Age Range:	16 Years

About the Author

Ananda K. Coomaraswamy was a Sri Lankan philosopher, art historian, and critic, who made significant contributions to the understanding of traditional Indian art and culture. He emphasized the spiritual and symbolic dimensions of art, advocating for a holistic approach that integrated aesthetics, philosophy, and religious insights. Coomaraswamy's writings explored the rich symbolism and transcendent qualities of Indian art forms, promoting a deeper appreciation of traditional wisdom and the universality of artistic expression.