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Buddhist Traditions: 3 Classic Books on Buddhism Across Asia

Pure Land Faith, Chinese Customs, and the Living Traditions of Buddhism Across Asia

by Frederick Starr, Shinran, Lewis Hodous ...

Buddhist Traditions: 3 Classic Books on Buddhism Across Asia gathers three historically distinct encounters with Buddhist thought, practice, and transmission. Moving between devotional reflection, doctrinal exposition, and interpretive scholarship, the volume illuminates Buddhism not as a monolithic system but as a network of regional traditions shaped by changing languages, institutions, and ... Read more

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Buddhist Traditions: 3 Classic Books on Buddhism Across Asia gathers three historically distinct encounters with Buddhist thought, practice, and transmission. Moving between devotional reflection, doctrinal exposition, and interpretive scholarship, the volume illuminates Buddhism not as a monolithic system but as a network of regional traditions shaped by changing languages, institutions, and
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Lost Enlightenment

Central Asia's Golden Age from the Arab Conquest to Tamerlane

by S. Frederick Starr ...

**"History is constantly being rewritten. This book reminds us that the center always changes.”—David ByrneThe forgotten story of Central Asia's enlightenment—its rise, fall, and enduring legacy**In this sweeping and richly illustrated history, S. Frederick Starr tells the fascinating but largely unknown story of Central Asia's medieval enlightenment through the eventful lives and astonishing ... Read more

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**"History is constantly being rewritten. This book reminds us that the center always changes.”—David ByrneThe forgotten story of Central Asia's enlightenment—its rise, fall, and enduring legacy**In this sweeping and richly illustrated history, S. Frederick Starr tells the fascinating but largely unknown story of Central Asia's medieval enlightenment through the eventful lives and astonishing
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The International Politics of Eurasia: v. 5: State Building and Military Power in Russia and the New States of Eurasia

by S. Frederick Starr, Karen Dawisha ...

First Published in 2015. The chapters in this text examine the foreign policies of Russia and other selected states of the former Soviet Union. Each chapter analyses the conduct of foreign policy with the context of each state's unique situation. While the authors look at different countries and subregions and analyse various policy factors and imperatives, they all tend to agree that at present ... Read more

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First Published in 2015. The chapters in this text examine the foreign policies of Russia and other selected states of the former Soviet Union. Each chapter analyses the conduct of foreign policy with the context of each state's unique situation. While the authors look at different countries and subregions and analyse various policy factors and imperatives, they all tend to agree that at present
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Korean Buddhism

by Frederick Starr ...

The author does not overestimate the importance of this little book: it is nothing more than its title claims. It consists of three lectures given to popular audiences, with the accompaniment of many illustrations. It represents, however, a considerable amount of work in an almost virgin field. It has involved hard journeys to remote mountain monasteries, and days and nights of conversation and ... Read more

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The author does not overestimate the importance of this little book: it is nothing more than its title claims. It consists of three lectures given to popular audiences, with the accompaniment of many illustrations. It represents, however, a considerable amount of work in an almost virgin field. It has involved hard journeys to remote mountain monasteries, and days and nights of conversation and
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The Genius of their Age

Ibn Sina, Biruni, and the Lost Enlightenment

by S. Frederick Starr ...

A vibrant portrait of an age when Arabic enlightenment anticipated and inspired the European Renaissance, illuminated by its guiding figures and rivals, Ibn Sina and Biruni. In The Genius of their Age, S. Frederick Starr follows up his acclaimed Lost Enlightenment: Central Asia's Golden Age with a portrait of the Arab enlightenment and its key figures--Abu-Ali al-Husayn ibn-'Abdallah Ibn-Sina and ... Read more

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A vibrant portrait of an age when Arabic enlightenment anticipated and inspired the European Renaissance, illuminated by its guiding figures and rivals, Ibn Sina and Biruni. In The Genius of their Age, S. Frederick Starr follows up his acclaimed Lost Enlightenment: Central Asia's Golden Age with a portrait of the Arab enlightenment and its key figures--Abu-Ali al-Husayn ibn-'Abdallah Ibn-Sina and
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Korean Buddhism

History—Condition—Art

by Frederick Starr ...

In "Korean Buddhism," Frederick Starr offers a profound exploration of the intricate tapestry that characterizes Buddhist thought and practice in Korea. Through meticulous research and a scholarly lens, Starr situates Korean Buddhism within the broader context of East Asian religious traditions. The text is marked by a clear and engaging prose style that invites both scholars and lay readers to ... Read more

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In "Korean Buddhism," Frederick Starr offers a profound exploration of the intricate tapestry that characterizes Buddhist thought and practice in Korea. Through meticulous research and a scholarly lens, Starr situates Korean Buddhism within the broader context of East Asian religious traditions. The text is marked by a clear and engaging prose style that invites both scholars and lay readers to
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Uzbekistan's New Face

by S. Frederick Starr, Svante E. Cornell ...

Series series American Foreign Policy Council
Uzbekistan, long considered the center of Central Asia, has the region’s largest population and borders every other regional state including Afghanistan. For the first 25 years of its independence, it adopted a cautious, defensive policy that emphasized sovereignty and treated regional efforts at cooperation with skepticism. But after taking over as President in autumn 2016, Shavkat Mirziyoyev ... Read more

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Uzbekistan, long considered the center of Central Asia, has the region’s largest population and borders every other regional state including Afghanistan. For the first 25 years of its independence, it adopted a cautious, defensive policy that emphasized sovereignty and treated regional efforts at cooperation with skepticism. But after taking over as President in autumn 2016, Shavkat Mirziyoyev
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The Guns of August 2008

Russia's War in Georgia

by Svante E. Cornell, S. Frederick Starr ...

Series series Studies of Central Asia and the Caucasus
In the summer of 2008, a conflict that appeared to have begun in the breakaway Georgian territory of South Ossetia rapidly escalated to become the most significant crisis in European security in a decade. The implications of the Russian-Georgian war will be understood differently depending on one's narrative of what transpired and perspective on the broader context. This book is designed to ... Read more

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In the summer of 2008, a conflict that appeared to have begun in the breakaway Georgian territory of South Ossetia rapidly escalated to become the most significant crisis in European security in a decade. The implications of the Russian-Georgian war will be understood differently depending on one's narrative of what transpired and perspective on the broader context. This book is designed to
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Readings from Modern Mexican Authors

Exploring Modern Mexican Voices: Short Stories & Poems

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Readings from Modern Mexican Authors offers a curated anthology of contemporary Mexican literature, showcasing the diverse voices that shape the country'Äôs narrative landscape. Through engaging short stories, essays, and poetry, this collection delves into themes of identity, social justice, and the complexities of modern life in Mexico. Each piece is meticulously selected to reflect varying ... Read more

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Readings from Modern Mexican Authors offers a curated anthology of contemporary Mexican literature, showcasing the diverse voices that shape the country'Äôs narrative landscape. Through engaging short stories, essays, and poetry, this collection delves into themes of identity, social justice, and the complexities of modern life in Mexico. Each piece is meticulously selected to reflect varying
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The International Politics of Eurasia: v. 4: The Making of Foreign Policy in Russia and the New States of Eurasia

by S. Frederick Starr, Karen Dawisha ...

This ambitious ten-volume series develops a comprehensive analysis of the evolving world role of the post-Soviet successor states. Each volume considers a different factor influencing the relationship between internal politics and international relations in Russia and in the western and southern tiers of newly independent states. The collapse of the Soviet Union and the discrediting of Marxism ... Read more

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This ambitious ten-volume series develops a comprehensive analysis of the evolving world role of the post-Soviet successor states. Each volume considers a different factor influencing the relationship between internal politics and international relations in Russia and in the western and southern tiers of newly independent states. The collapse of the Soviet Union and the discrediting of Marxism
... Read more
The International Politics of Eurasia: v. 5: State Building and Military Power in Russia and the New States of Eurasia

by S. Frederick Starr, Karen Dawisha ...

This ambitious ten-volume series develops a comprehensive analysis of the evolving world role of the post-Soviet successor states. Each volume considers a different factor influencing the relationship between internal politics and international relations in Russia and in the western and southern tiers of newly independent states. The collapse of the Soviet Union and the discrediting of Marxism ... Read more

$60.99 USD

This ambitious ten-volume series develops a comprehensive analysis of the evolving world role of the post-Soviet successor states. Each volume considers a different factor influencing the relationship between internal politics and international relations in Russia and in the western and southern tiers of newly independent states. The collapse of the Soviet Union and the discrediting of Marxism
... Read more
The International Politics of Eurasia

Volume 4: The Making of Foreign Policy in Russia and the New States of Eurasia

by S. Frederick Starr, Karen Dawisha ...

First Published in 2015. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an Informa company. ... Read more

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First Published in 2015. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an Informa company.
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