These subsets of the Sacred Books of the East series include translations of all the most important works of the seven non-Christian religions which have exercised a profound influence on the civilizations of the continent of Asia. The Vedic Brahmanic System claims 21 volumes, Buddhism 10, and Jainism 2; 8 volumes comprise Sacred Books of the Parsees; 2 volumes represent Islam; and 6 the two main indigenous systems of China. The works were translated by twenty leading authorities in their respective fields.
- ISBN10 1443739448
- ISBN13 9781443739443
- Publish Date 4 November 2008 (first published 23 February 2000)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Read Books
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 684
- Language English