The Upanishads

Eknath Easwaran's translations of The Upanishads and The Bhagavad Gita in paperback are the bestsellers among comparable translations. Second editions were published in 2007. Sales for Easwaran's "Classics of Indian Spirituality" series: The Bhagavad Gita - 235,000 units net, 33,400 units last year The Upanishads - 110,000 units net, 14,400 units last year The Dhammapada - 70,000 units net, 7,850 units last year About Easwaran's The Upanishads paperback Sales and Market Share: Sales of more than 14,000 per year 65% share of total US market for Upanishads translations and commentaries Sells more than six times the second best-selling translation What's special about this book: Easwaran's readable translation and selection of texts makes them accessible and intriguing Extensive introduction and supporting notes provide context and clear explanation of key concepts - perfect for academic courses Readers: Academic courses, e.g., Philosophy, Asian Studies, Religious Studies Yoga schools Readers interested in philosophy, spirituality, Hinduism, religion