The Symbolism of the Stupa by Adrian Snodgrass (English) Paperback Book

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A close analysis of the architecture of the stupa-a Buddhist symbolic form that is found throughout South, Southeast, and East Asia. The author, who trained as an architect, examines both the physical and metaphysical levels of these buildings, which...

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A close analysis of the architecture of the stupa-a Buddhist symbolic form that is found throughout South, Southeast, and East Asia. The author, who trained as an architect, examines both the physical and metaphysical levels of these buildings, which derive their meaning and significance from Buddhist and Brahmanist influences.

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"This volume is without a doubt the most complete presentation of this infinitely complex phenomenon."-Journal of Asian Studies

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A close analysis of the architecture of the stupa--a Buddhist symbolic form that is found throughout South, Southeast, and East Asia. The author, who trained as an architect, examines both the physical and metaphysical levels of these buildings, which derive their meaning and significance from Buddhist and Brahmanist influences.

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"This volume is without a doubt the most complete presentation of this infinitely complex phenomenon."-Journal of Asian Studies

Details ISBN0877277001 Author Adrian Snodgrass Short Title SYMBOLISM OF THE STUPA Pages 469 Language English ISBN-10 0877277001 ISBN-13 9780877277002 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 726.143 Year 1988 Series Southeast Asia Program Illustrations Yes Imprint Southeast Asia Program Publications, Cornell University Place of Publication Ithaca Country of Publication United States Audience Age 18 Edition 2nd DOI 10.1604/9780877277002 Series Number 1 UK Release Date 1988-01-01 AU Release Date 1988-01-01 NZ Release Date 1988-01-01 US Release Date 1988-01-01 Publisher Cornell University Press Edition Description Revised Edition Publication Date 1988-01-01 Alternative 9781501718960 Audience General We've got this

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