The Literature of the Personalists of Early Buddhism

”…this is a comprehensive and thorough study of the history and literature of this most controversial and controversial early school of Buddhist thought. This volume is a must-read for anyone who wants to know more about the doctrines of this school. This book will be my reference book for information regarding the Pudgala Vadins in the future. – –Hsi Lai Journal of Humanistic Buddhism
Parsonalism was an impressive and lasting aspect of early Buddhism. It was practiced and supported by many schools, had many followers and was heavily criticised by other Buddhist schools for its persistence over ten centuries. The Literature of the Personalists of Early Buddhism presents a historical overview of the individualist schools as well as studies on the formation, content, and monastic discipline of the Pudgalavadins. It is based on the available documentation.