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cover of Principles of Buddhism Principles of Buddhism

This is a short introduction to basic Buddhism. Its focus is largely practical, with chapters on the Buddha, his teaching, the Buddhist spiritual community, Buddhist ethics, meditation and the spread and development of Buddhism.

cover of Western Buddhism Western Buddhism

A longer book, focusing on the way Buddhism is being introduced into Western culture.

After a brief outline of Buddhist doctrine, chapters include The Nature of Existence; Karma, Consciousness and Creativity; Commitment; Buddhist Ethics; Meditation and Ritual; Teachers, Students and Spiritual Friends; Buddhist Lifestyles; The Social Dimension and finally Buddhism and Western Culture.

cover of Teachers of Enlightenment Teachers of Enlightenment

An account of the histories, myths and legends behind a number of key Buddhist figures.

cover of Mindfulness and Money Mindfulness and Money

Co-written with my friend Dominic Houlder, a professor at the London Business School, this book looks at the ethics of getting and spending.

cover of BuddhismBuddhism

This is a very short introductory book, hardcover and richly illustrated with photographs.

cover of The Wheel of LifeThe Wheel of Life

A detailed look at the Wheel of Life, a complex symbol that illustrates certain key Buddhist concepts, such as the idea of karma and of rebecoming.

audio books

I’ve also recorded two audio books for NaxosAudiobooks

cover of The Voice of the BuddhaThe Voice of the Buddha

A reading of the Dhammapada, a classic early Buddhist text.

cover of The Buddha's Noble Eightfold PathThe Buddha’s Noble Eightfold Path

A reading of Sangharakshita’s account of this central Buddhist teaching.

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