Join thousands of book lovers
Sign up to our newsletter and receive discounts and inspiration for your next reading experience.
By signing up, you agree to our Privacy Policy.You can, at any time, unsubscribe from our newsletters.
Of Beggars and Buddhas
- The Politics of Humor in the Vessantara Jataka in Thailand
part of the New Perspectives in SE Asian Studies series
part of the New Perspectives in Southeast Asian Studies series
part of the New Perspectives in South East Asian Studies series
- Binding:
- Paperback
- Pages:
- 376
- Published:
- January 27, 2020
- Dimensions:
- 152x229x0 mm.
- Weight:
- 512 g.
Delivery:
1-2 weeks
Expected delivery: August 7, 2025
Description of Of Beggars and Buddhas
The Buddhist jatakas recount the Buddha's lives in previous incarnations. In his penultimate incarnation, he appears as the Prince Vessantara, perfecting the virtue of generosity by giving away all his possessions. Taking an anthropological approach to this tale, Katherine Bowie highlights local variations in its interpretations and performances.
User ratings of Of Beggars and Buddhas
Rate this book
In order to rate this book you must be logged in.Others also bought..
Find similar books
The book Of Beggars and Buddhas can be found in the following categories:
You can, at any time, unsubscribe from our newsletters.
© 2025 Tales
All packages are shipped from our warehouse in the UK.
Company address: Esromgade 15, 3. - 2200 - DK
Registered company number: DK43351621
