Jataka tales: Selected and Edited with Introduction and Notes

Here's a copy of Jataka tales: Selected and Edited with Introduction and Notes by H. T. Francis, E. J. Thomas – a copy shipped free from our Denver warehouse. Runs to about 524 pages, so it's the sort of book that's just as happy on a coffee table as on a shelf.

What it's about

The Jataka Tales, selected and edited by H. T. Francis (1837-1924) and E. J. Thomas (1869-1958), present moral stories depicting the previous lives of the Buddha. These tales are rooted in ancient Indian folklore and Buddhist teachings, offering ethical lessons through animal fables and human narratives. The editors provide scholarly introductions and notes that contextualize the tales within Buddhist literature and Indian culture. This collection is valuable for students of religion, literature, and history, illuminating the spiritual and moral values of early Buddhism.

Book details

• Author: H. T. Francis, E. J. Thomas
• Format: Paperback & Hardcover
• Pages: 524
• Publisher: Gyan Books
• Published: 1916

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Jataka tales is written by H. T. Francis, E. J. Thomas.

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