Organised in broadly chronological terms; this book presents the philosophical arguments of the great Indian Buddhist philosophers of the fifth century BCE to the eighth century CE. Each chapter examines their core ethical; metaphysical and epistemological views as well as the distinctive area of Buddhist ethics that we call today moral psychology. Throughout; this book follows three key themes that both tie the tradition together and are the focus for most critical dialogue: the idea of anatman or no-self; the appearance/reality distinction and the moral aim; or ideal. Indian Buddhist philosophy is shown to be a remarkably rich tradition that deserves much wider engagement from European philosophy. Carpenter shows that while we should recognise the differences and distances between Indian and European philosophy; its driving questions and key conceptions; we must resist the temptation to find in Indian Buddhist philosophy; some Other; something foreign; self-contained and quite detached from anything familiar. Indian Buddhism is shown to be a way of looking at the world that shares many of the features of European philosophy and considers themes central to philosophy understood in the European tradition.
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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful. The French and Indian War at Fort William HenryBy Steven PetersonAnother fine entry in the Osprey "Campaign" series. Have you ever watched "Last of the Mohicans"? Then you are looking at a fictionalized view of the battles depicted in this volume. And the reality is quite different from the movies. Thnk of the Daniel Day-Lewis version and the massacre of the British troops and the death of Colonel Monro. Forget it. Monro survived the battle only to die in Albany in 1758. Most of the British troops were able to get to safety at Fort Edward. French troops and General Montcalm himself helped many British to survive the massacre.At any rate; the book covers several issues--the Battle of Lake George; two sieges of Fort William Henry; and the bloody aftermath of the British surrender (while most of the British lived--many did perish). It is a story of the failure of the British to plan adequately for the conflict in New York. It is also a story of the French forces using personnel at its disposal--from regulars to Native Americans to militia. Montcalm's force available at the second siege of Fort William Henry was much larger than anything available to General Webb and Colonel Monro.The book is filled with many illustrations and some key maps that work well for the reader (sometimes; Osprey maps can confuse as much as illuminate).This slim volume provides the interested reader with a coherent and accessible account of the struggle for Fort William Henry.12 of 12 people found the following review helpful. A level-headed account without hype...By HMS WarspiteThe siege of Fort William Henry in 1757 has come down to us through the filters of James Fenimore Cooper's dramatic 1826 novel "The Last of the Mohicans" and an even more vivid 1992 movie; both making much of the Indian massacre that followed the siege. Ian Castle's "Fort William Henry 1755-1757 is a carefully written account that puts the siege and massacre in fact-based context.This Osprey Campaign Series entry follow the usual format; with an introduction; chronology and discussion of the opposing commanders and armies. The bulk of the narrative follows the campaign season of 1755 in what is known as the French and Indian War; proceeding to the two sieges of Fort William Henry and its capitulation in August 1757. Castle's analysis makes clear that the French outfought the British around Lake George over the period in question. French commanders make excellent use of their limited resources of regulars; Canadian militia; and allied Indian tribes against their clumsy and less experienced opponents. Ironically; the one clear British victory in the period; the Battle of Lake George; was gained by William Johnson; a businessman and Indian agent with no military experience; who used just such a combination to hold a good defensive position against a French attack."Fort William Henry 1755-57" is clearly written and easy to follow. Castle cites a variety of period accounts. The narrative is enhanced by an excellent selection of maps; period and modern illustrations; and photographs. Especially interesting are a series of photographs of re-enactors in period costume and equipment. Castle's analysis is even-handed; especially of the notorious massacre. Highly recommended as an excellent introduction to a key event of the French and Indian War.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Fascinating history of a landmark event in American history and culture.By Walter Lee CampbellCovers a battle; two sieges and a legendary massacre of prisoners during the seven years war in the Lake George area of New York State. I would highly recommend this to anyone interested in colonial history or the cultural roots of European relations with Native Americans. the contrast between Montcalm's management of logistics; conduct of a formal siege; and relations with indigenous allies with John Burgoyne 's is stunnin. this book picqued my interest in visiting a region where my family camped when I was a toddler.
