Buddhism in Chinese Society

Buddhism in Chinese Society An Economic History from the Fifth to the Tenth Centuries - Studies in Asian Culture

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Publisher's Synopsis

Covering the five centuries which saw the greatest expansion of the Buddhist religion within China, this historical study examines the religious and economic aspects of a society dominated by a powerful church. It also explores the effect of Buddhism on Chinese thought and culture.

Book information

ISBN: 9780231114110
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Imprint: Columbia University Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 294.3095109021
DEWEY edition: 22
Language: English
Number of pages: 435
Weight: 698g
Height: 230mm
Width: 158mm
Spine width: 24mm