EPISODE · Feb 11, 2026 · 12 MIN
002 - Book 1 Influence of Indian Thought in Eastern Asia
from Hinduism and Buddhism, An Historical Sketch, Vol. 1 · host Charles Eliot
Originally begun in 1907, An Historical Sketch is a remarkable three-volume work, with this being the first installment. Authored by a British diplomat stationed in Asia, this comprehensive exploration was disrupted by World War I but ultimately published in 1921. Often hailed as the definitive text on its subject, this book offers a clear and engaging narrative that makes the complex histories of Hinduism and Buddhism accessible to all readers.
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