The Cultural Practices of Modern Chinese Buddhism

The Cultural Practices of Modern Chinese Buddhism
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 202
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ISBN-10 : 9780415375030
ISBN-13 : 0415375037
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Book Synopsis The Cultural Practices of Modern Chinese Buddhism by : Francesca Tarocco

Download or read book The Cultural Practices of Modern Chinese Buddhism written by Francesca Tarocco and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2007 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Buddhism in China during the late Qing and Republican period remained a powerful cultural and religious force. This innovative book comes from a rising star in this field, offering a new perspective on the influence of Buddhism on Chinese culture.


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