A Buddhist Psychology

"One of the best overviews of Buddhist Psychology I've read. The author explains Buddhist theory in a very accessible way, with examples from everyday life. The book explains the Skandha cycle wonderfully and there is a fascinating chapter on The Ant Hill sutra, which is a dream that came to one of the Buddha's followers and was interpreted by the Buddha. An excellent read which will appeal to both people on the Buddhist path and to those interested in deepening their understanding of human behaviour. "
~ Written on 2007-04-24

"This is a good book if you have never read any Buddhisn before or have tried to read and have been a bit lost off. Loads of 'oh wow man' moments in it for me. Read it a couple of years ago set me off on a lot of extra reading but remains a fundamental eye opener for those who will consider other possibilities. Just buy it, read it, then think about it. If you are not a more enlightened person at least to the tune of the purchase cost i will be amazed."
~ Written on 2006-12-01

"This book offers a succinct summary and explanation of some basic Buddhist propositions, but it altogether fails to convey any inspiration or sense of profundity.
The writing itself is laboured and schematic, the attempt to introduce personal anecdotes falls flat. The book strives for academic credibility, yet is unable to break free of the formulaic confines of an undergraduate essay: coverage of Western psychology is superficial - Freud is introduced for no particular reason apart from to be summarily dismissed - and based on stereotypes, and no real insight is provided into the subject. The books of D.T.Suzuki and Thich Naht Hahn provide infinitely more insight in a more fluent and inspirational way."
~ Written on 2006-10-09

"If your involved in life expansion professionally/personally, then I can wholeheartedly recommend this book. The Sanskrit terms, which are fully explained become a refference point enabling easier absorbsion of the psychology put forward. I have read many books on Buddhism and at times found them hard going,this book has helped me go back to them with greater understanding. The author together with David Brazier (Zen Therapy)run several courses reference in book. Caroline Thankyou."
~ Written on 2004-07-21

"I have always been interested both in psychology and buddhism and was positively surprised to find both reunited and compared in one book. Caroline Brazier explores the innermost recesses of our minds as have been researched by both disciplines and the outcome is satisfactory. No new age mumbo-jumbo and all the sanskrit terms are thoroughly explained. Very inspiring. Very enlightening."
~ Written on 2003-11-06