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Awakening An Introduction to the History of Eastern Thought Plus MySearchLab with eText -- Access Card Package
Awakening An Introduction to the History of Eastern Thought Plus MySearchLab with eText -- Access Card Package
- ISBN 13:
9780205887774
- ISBN 10:
0205887775
- Edition: 5th
- Format: Package
- Copyright: 08/01/2012
- Publisher: Pearson
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Summary
Provides an overview of the historical development of Eastern traditions of religious and philosophical thought. Awakening: An Introduction to the History of Eastern Thoughtengages students with anecdotes, primary and secondary sources, an accessible writing style, and a clear historical approach. The text focuses on India, China, and Japan, while showing the relationships that exist between Eastern and Western traditions. Patrick Bresnan consistently links the past to the present, so students may see that Eastern traditions, however ancient their origins, are living traditions and relevant to modern times. Learning Goals Upon completing this book readers will be able to: Recognize the relationships among the traditions being taught Appreciate the relevance of these traditions to modern times Understand the major issues of interpretation regarding the traditions Speculate about the future of each tradition Evaluate the pros and cons of conflicting teachings Note:MySearchLab does not come automatically packaged with this text. To purchase MySearchLab, please visit:www.mysearchlab.comor you can purchase a ValuePack of the text + MySearchLab (at no additional cost): ValuePack ISBN-10: 0205887775 / ValuePack ISBN-13: 9780205887774.
