Book list
Recommended introductory books
Buddhism
A Guide to the Buddhist Path by Sangharakshita
Over the centuries so much Buddhist literature has emerged and
so many people left their mark on the Buddhist tradition. Which teachings
really matter? In this highly readable anthology a leading Western Buddhist
sorts out facts from myth, essence from cultural accident, to reveal the
fundamental ideals and teachings of Buddhism. It a reliable map of the
Buddhist path that anyone can follow.
£14.99 / $24.95 ISBN 1 899579 04 4
Introducing Buddhism by Chris Pauling
Written in an informal style this book explains the essential teachings
and practices on which all mainstream Buddhists can agree, and shows how
this ancient wisdom is more than ever relevant to the psychological, social,
and spiritual issues concerning men and women in the modern West.
£4.99 / $8.95 ISBN 0 904766 97 7
What is the Dharma? by Sangharakshita
Guided by a lifetime's experience of Buddhist practice, Sangharakshita
tackles the question: What is the Dharma?' from many different angles.
The result is a basic starter kit of teachings and practices, which emphasizes
the fundamentally practical nature of Buddhism.
£9.99 / $19.95 ISBN 1 8999579 01 X
Meditation
Change your Mind - a practical guide to Buddhist meditation
by Paramananda
This straightforward and imaginative book focuses on two Buddhist meditation
practices - Mindfulness of Breathing, the bedrock of meditation practice,
and Metta Bhavana, which gradually nurtures the unshakeable confidence
and a warm concern for the welfare of others.
£9.99 / $13.95 ISBN 1 899579 75 3
Meditating by Jinananda
Steering us through two traditional practices that help develop clarity,
calmness, and positivity, Jinananda also offers troubleshooting tips and
reflections on the deeper significance of meditation - all with the greatest
good humour and in his own unique style.
£4.99 / $7.95 / euros 7.95 ISBN 1 899579 07
9
The Breath by Vessantara
The mindfulness of breathing meditation has been practised in the Buddhist
tradition for 2,500 years and is also found in other contexts, such as
yoga and, in recent times, stress and pain management. Vessantara who
has been meditating on the breath for over 30 years, writes engagingly
for both newcomers to meditation and those with some experience.
£6.99 / $10.95 / euros 10.95 ISBN 1 899579
69 9
The Heart by Vessantara
Vessantara has practised meditation for over thirty years. Here he shares
his experience, gently encouraging us to unlock what is in our hearts
and helping us to gain greater enjoyment from life. Benefits from using
the exercises and meditations in this book include increasing our emotional
awareness, feeling more at with ourselves, becoming kinder and more open-hearted,
learning how to be more patient, and engaging more spontaneously with
life.
£6.99 / $10.95/ euros 10.95 ISBN 1 899579 71
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General Recommended Reading
Vegetarianism by Bodhipaksa
How does what we eat affect us? How does it affect our world? Bodhipaksa
is ideally placed to answer these questions. As a trained vet he can reveal
the suffering of animals in the farming industry. He concludes that by
becoming a vegetarian one can affirm life in a very clear and immediate
way and so experience a greater sense of contentment, harmony, and happiness.
£4.99 / $9.95 ISBN 1 899579 15 X
These and other books on Buddhism and meditation can be purchased from our bookshop or by mail order directly from Windhorse Publications
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