After years devoted to his noble search, the sage Gautama attained awakening, nirvana, and became the Buddha. Wishing to guide humanity toward this ultimate liberation, he proclaimed to his disciples four noble truths and eight practices that lead to nirvana.

Anyone, whether Buddhist or not, can explore these extraordinary teachings and benefit from them. Presented here with great clarity, often through dialogues, the book is both educational and inspirational. It also provides numerous references and allows for reading on multiple levels.

This book also offers a path to an art of living and includes meditation exercises that are accessible and easy to integrate into daily life. In a conversational and constructive way, In Search of Nirvana gives a voice to the discoveries of eminent scholars of early Buddhism. Rooted in today's world, it addresses essential questions at the individual and societal levels. Readers will come away from this engaging book both optimistic and grateful for Buddhism.


In Search of Nirvana: Buddha's Path in Today's World, Andre Fortier, Motilal Banarsidass, Hardcover, 392 Pages, $30.00