Korean Buddhism: History—Condition—Art

Name: Korean Buddhism: History—Condition—Art
Author: Frederick Starr

By Frederick Starr

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Three illustrated lectures survey the history, contemporary condition, and artistic expressions of Buddhism on the Korean peninsula. The author reports results of extended fieldwork in mountain monasteries, examination of temple architecture, statues, wall paintings, pagodas, and monumental inscriptions, and consideration of monastery annals and printed sources. The narrative documents the fragile state of manuscripts, monuments, and records, outlines efforts to copy and preserve materials, and describes a substantial photographic record and bibliography assembled to support further study.

About the Author

Frederick Starr

Frederick Starr was an American anthropologist and author known for his extensive studies on various cultures and societies. His works often focused on indigenous peoples and their histories, as seen in titles like "American Indians" and "In Indian Mexico (1908)." Starr also explored topics beyond the Americas, contributing to the understanding of Korean Buddhism in his book "Korean Buddhism: History—Condition—Art." His diverse interests included the examination of Liberia's challenges and the Ainu people at the St. Louis Exposition. Through his writings, Starr aimed to shed light on lesser-known cultures and foster a greater appreciation for global diversity.