"Basic Buddhism" is a condensed version of author Carol Anderson's original work, "Under The Bodhi Tree." In this book the reader is introduced to the man who would become the Buddha as well as the basic concepts and beliefs practiced to this day. From the introduction of such concepts as The Four Noble Truths and The Noble Eightfold Path to the meaning behind many of the symbols that Buddhism has developed, this book has something for everyone. Mrs. Anderson offers an inspirational source of information as well as practical techniques for develping your own practice. With down-to-earth...

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the Civil War to our combustible present, White Rage reframes the continuing conversation about race in America, chronicling the history of the powerful forces opposed to black progress. Since the abolishment of slavery in 1865, every time African Americans have made advances towards full democratic participation, white reaction has fuelled a rollback of any gains. Carefully linking historical flashpoints - from the post-Civil War Black Codes and Jim Crow to expressions of white rage after the election of America's first black president - Carol...