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Title: The Naked Buddha

Subtitle: A Practical Guide to the Buddha's Life and Teachings

Author: Venerable Adrienne Howley

Narrator: Deidre Rubenstein

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 38 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-15-06

Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 365 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern Religions

Publisher's Summary:

Buddhism is the fastest-growing religion in Australia. For the many people who are interested in learning more about it, here is a primer on Buddhism and Buddhist practice written in a deceptively simple manner, with an engaging, gentle humor and flavor. Adrienne Howley's purpose is to demystify Buddhism, stripping away the layers of ritual and iconography that have grown up around it over the centuries, and to present the original, basic tenets and practices in a way that will be appealing to Western readers.

©1999, 2002, and 2003 Venerable Adrienne Howley; (P)2005 Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd.

Critic Reviews:

"A streamlined, appealing primer for everything you wanted to know about Buddhism but were afraid to ask." (Publishers Weekly)

Members Reviews:

A very good place to start

I have always been interested in Buddhism and found this audio book to be an excellent introduction to future study. The narration is done well and I found it very easy to pay attention to. Perhaps most helpful is the list of questions she answers at the end that most beginners would have. To her, Buddhism is not a religion but a way of looking at the world. It is completely compatible with other religions. If you are just curious about Buddhism, this is a good place to start.

Excellent intro to Buddhism

This was exactly what I was looking for. Being new to Buddhism I was confused by all of the available literature on this subject and was looking for what I now consider to be an a wonderfully, unfettered introduction to what Buddhism really is and what it means for me. It has given me more confidence in my pursuit to understand Buddhism and myself.

Good listen

I liked her approach. Clear and simple, yet still enough depth to give a good idea what it's all about.

Very Enlightening!

I found this book interesting and informative. Delivered in a light-hearted and honest manner that the narrator captures very well!

I recommend this audiobook!

I have listening to this book at least three times

Very good listen, the narrators voice is lovely and captivating. The story of this Buddhist Nun is very fascinating and her insight and wisdom has been immensely helpful in my new journey into the Buddhist philosophy. Great for those that are just starting to travel the path of the Buddha. She is very simple and matter of fact, states her wisdom plainly and clearly, yet holds your interest to a high level. I have listening to this book at least three times, every time finding new insight and great wisdom.