This book ‘Buddhism: Its History and Literature’ consisting of six lectures delivered by one of the late 19th century’s foremost experts on sacred Buddhist texts during 1894-1895 at a variety of highly respected educational institutions in United States. Published in the book form, these lectures cover Religious Theories in India before Buddhism; Authorities on which our Knowledge of Buddhism is Based; Notes on the Life of the Buddha; The Secret of Buddhism; Some Notes on the History of Buddhism. This book is lucid, informative and remains an excellent primer on Buddhistic beliefs and practices.