How the Swans Came to the Lake: A Narrative History of Buddhism in America

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Shambhala, 1986 - Philosophy - 445 pages
This new updated edition of "How the Swans Came to the Lake" includes much new information about recent events in Buddhist groups in America and discusses such issues as spiritual authority, the role of women, and social action.

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THE CENTRAL REGION
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THREE THE MINE OF SANSKRIT
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Asia and America Europe and ChinaThe Life of Sir William
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