The West's enduring fascination with Asia
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The Portrayal of Buddha in 'The Light of Asia'
This chapter discusses the portrayal of Buddha in the book 'The Light of Asia' by Edwin Arnold, exploring how Arnold presents Buddha as a spiritual proto scientist who values truth and compassion for others. It also mentions the Christian rebuttals against the book and the impact of Arnold's work on the popularity of Buddhism in the West.
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