Overview
Through this novelized history of the Soka Gakkai-one of the most dynamic, diverse, and empowering Buddhist movements in the world today-readers will discover the organization's goals and achievements even as they find inspiring and practical Buddhist wisdom for living happily and compassionately in today's world. The book recounts the stories of ordinary individuals who faced tremendous odds in transforming their lives through the practice of Nichiren Buddhism and in bringing Buddhism's humanistic teachings to the world. This 1st volume looks at events that occurred in 1960 when Soka Gakkai was first brought to North and South America from Japan. This inspiring narrative provides readers with the principles with which they can positively transform their own lives for the better and realize enduring happiness for themselves and others.Author Biography
Daisaku Ikeda was born in Tokyo on January 2, 1928. He joined the Soka Gakkai in 1947 and became its third president in May 1960. A prolific author and peace activist, he has received scores of honorary doctorates and other awards and has founded educational and cultural institutionsaround the world.