| The Illustrated Lotus Sutra Contributor(s): Reeves, Gene (Author), Demi (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1614295328 ISBN-13: 9781614295327 Publisher: Wisdom Publications OUR PRICE: $96.30 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2019 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Buddhism - Sacred Writings - Philosophy | Buddhist |
| Dewey: 294.385 |
| LCCN: 2018043822 |
| Physical Information: 2.1" H x 7.8" W x 10.1" (3.05 lbs) 544 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Buddhist |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Renowned and beloved the world over, a peerless contemporary translation of one of Buddhism's most important texts comes alive with over 110 full-page illustrations by a multiple award-winning artist. The Lotus Sutra is regarded as one of the world's great religious scriptures and most influential texts. It's a seminal work in the development of Buddhism throughout East Asia and, by extension, in the development of Mahayana Buddhism throughout the world. Taking place in a vast and fantastical cosmic setting, the Lotus Sutra places emphasis on skillfully doing whatever is needed to serve and compassionately care for others, on breaking down distinctions between the fully enlightened buddha and the bodhisattva who vows to postpone salvation until all beings may share it, and especially on each and every being's innate capacity to become a buddha. This illustrated edition features more than 110 full-page and two-page illustrations by a world-renowned and award-winning artist, and brings the fantastical and image-filled world of the Lotus Sutra vividly to life. Demi's illustrations are both classical and contemporary in feel, perfectly complementing Reeves's masterful and modern translation. |
Contributor Bio(s): Demi: - Demi was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts into a family of renowned artists, with painting in her blood. She studied at The Instituto Allende in Guanajuato, Mexico; with Sister Corita at Immaculate Heart College in Hollywood, California; at the M.S. University in Baroda, India, while on a Fulbright scholarship; and at the China Institute for Arts in New York City. Demi is the award-winning author and illustrator of over 300 bestselling children's books, including picture-book biographies of spiritual leaders such as Buddha, Amitabha Buddha, The Dalai Lama, Lao Tzu, Confucius, Su Tung Po: Chinese Genius, Gandhi, Jesus, Saint Francis, Mother Teresa, Saint Bernadette, Hildegarde of Bingen, Muhammad, Shiva, Guru Nanak, & Hiawatha. Her titles have sold over two million copies. Numerous folktales such as The Empty Pot and Liang and the Magic Paintbrush transmit the wonder and magic of China. Her work has received many awards and accolades, among them the Christopher Award, which recognizes individuals whose work makes a positive difference in the world, and The Middle East Book Award. Her titles have also been designated American Library Association Notable Children's Books, New York Times Best Illustrated Books, Notable Books for a Global Society, and American Bookseller Pick of the List Books. |