Ashoka in Our Time (PB)

One of the most powerful rulers in the history of humanity Ashoka continues to be relevant for the political dilemmas of our age. He converted to Buddhism on the heels of a bloody war and expanded his vast empire based on a system that originally prioritized material wealth and realpolitik. To hold together his diverse prosperous realm his edicts promoted religious tolerance conservation non-violence species protection and human rights.. In this illuminating book Bruce Rich offers a compelling c...See More