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About The Book: The Life of Buddha: As Legend and History by Edward J. Thomas explores the life of Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, examining both the historical and legendary aspects of his journey. Thomas critically analyzes the traditional accounts of the Buddha's life, comparing them with historical evidence and early Buddhist scriptures. The book delves into the key events, such as his enlightenment, teachings, and ultimate attainment of Nirvana, while distinguishing between mythological embellishments and historical facts. Thomas provides a nuanced understanding of the Buddha’s life, offering valuable insight into his spiritual significance and the development of Buddhist tradition. About The Author: Edward Joseph Thomas (1869–1958) was an influential English scholar of Buddhism, a classicist, and a prolific author. His works focused on the history, philosophy, and scriptures of Buddhism. Notable publications include Jataka Tales (1916), The Life of Buddha: As Legend and History (1927), and The History of Buddhist Thought (1933), which provided in-depth analysis of Buddhist teachings and their development. Thomas also translated key Mahayana scriptures, such as The Perfection of Wisdom (1952). His works, such as Early Buddhist Scriptures (1935), remain critical contributions to understanding the evolution and significance of Buddhist philosophy and literature. The Title 'The Life of Buddha: As Legend and History written/authored/edited by Edward J. Thomas', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370142107 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 340 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Buddhism. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms.