On Yuan Chwang's Travels In India V2

On Yuan Chwang's Travels In India V2

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On Yuan Chwang�������s Travels In India V2 is a book written by Thomas Watters, which provides a detailed account of the travels of the Chinese Buddhist monk, Yuan Chwang, in India during the 7th century. The book is the second volume of a two-part series and covers the period from 643 AD to 648 AD.The book begins with a brief introduction to Yuan Chwang and his journey to India, followed by a detailed description of his travels across the country. The author has used Yuan Chwang's own writings, as well as other historical records and accounts, to provide a comprehensive and accurate account of his travels.The book covers various aspects of Yuan Chwang's journey, including his encounters with different rulers and their kingdoms, his visits to various Buddhist sites and monasteries, and his interactions with the local people. The author also provides detailed descriptions of the geography, culture, and customs of the regions that Yuan Chwang visited.The book is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of India and Buddhism. It provides a unique insight into the life and travels of one of the most significant figures in the history of Buddhism and his contributions to the spread of the religion in India.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781163289303
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 366
Weight: 489g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 19mm