The Buddha was born in India 2500 years ago. This book describes his life, who he was and what he did. It explains how he found the 'Middle Way', what he taught his followers, and about the holy books that contain his teaching. There is also information on Buddhist sacred places, festivals, and how the Buddha's work has lasted to the present day. This differentiated (simplified) text edition of GREAT RELIGIOUS LEADERS: THE BUDDHA AND BUDDHISM concentrates on how the Buddha's teaching influences people today and thus makes a great introduction to this important world religion.

 

This book is part of a book series called Religious Lives .

This book is aimed at children in primary school.

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published 2008 by Hachette Children's Group .

Ruth Nason was a children's non-fiction editor before becoming a freelance editor and writer. She has been responsible for several successful Watts series, including My Life, My Religion. She lives in Harpenden, Herts.