James F. DeRoche
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In Search of the Christian Buddha: How an Asian Sage Became a Medieval Saint
Recommended for university collections.
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On Hinduism
Readable and worthwhile for both scholars and interested laypeople, this will stand as a reliable resource to return to frequently.
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Voice Male: The Untold Story of the Pro-Feminist Men's Movement
A very worthwhile introduction to the profeminist movement among men. It will reward both casual readers and serious students of the subject.
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Buddhist Biology: Ancient Eastern Wisdom Meets Modern Western Science
A problem with this work (and its conclusions) is that the author barely acknowledges that Western science evolved in societies where the Abrahamic religions dominated, so they could not have been as inhospitable to science as he intimates. Nonetheless, the book is worthwhile for its discussion of Buddhist thought—but what next, Christian chemistry, Jewish geology, Hindu paleontology?
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Zen Confidential: Confessions of a Wayward Monk
This refreshing book avoids the usual clichés. A strong choice for anyone trying to live an attentive and well-examined life.
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Walking the Way: 81 Zen Encounters with the Tao Te Ching
Well worth reading, both by practitioners and those new to study of the Tao Te Ching, this book merits repeated study.
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What's Wrong with Homosexuality?
Well worth reading, this book sensibly organizes ethical objections to homosexual behavior, takes the time to refute them, and clarifies how defenders of homosexual rights should respond to them. Recommended.
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Dixie Dharma
This will be enlightening and well worth reading by those specializing in religious studies or interested in American regional cultures, but its academic tone will be less appealing to general readers.
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The Lady and the Peacock
Although there is almost too much information to absorb and almost too many disparate political and social "players" to keep track of, readers interested in modern Asian history and current events will find this book well worth reading.
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