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Buddhism in China: A Historical Survey (Updated Edition) by Kenneth (Ch'en) Chen, Ch`En, Kenneth ChÂ’En Paperback, 576 Pages, Published 1972 ISBN-10: 0-691-00015-8 / 0691000158 ISBN-13: 978-0-691-00015-2 / 9780691000152 This book treats the history of Buddhism in China up to present century and concludes with a brief but excellent chapter on the contributions of Buddhism to Chinese culture. Dr. Ch'en has given a clear statement which is suitable for the lay scholar as well as the professional historian of religions |