Good, Evil, and Beyond: Kamma in the Buddha's Teaching

The introduction in "Good, Evil and Beyond" states that the teaching of Kamma; better know as Karma to most, is a path based not on fear of a higher authority, nor dogma, but rather founded on a clear understanding of the natural law of cause and effect as it relates to human behavior.Kamma means work or action or "deeds willfully done". Actions that are free of intention are not considered to be kamma in the Buddha's teaching according to the author. This is a short read, and gets right to the point by dividing its range of meaning thoroughly into different perspectives or levels. The work is a scholarly approach, and yet tries to simplify the Buddhist themes so often misunderstood or considered beyond the scope of the layman, making it more available on the practical level.On the overall, this read can be easily understood by beginners or more advanced students of the buddhadharma. My advice is to get this book and read it. You will be pleasantly surprised. Enjoy and learn something valuable.I also suggest the book "Dependent Origination" by P.A. Payutto; the same author, after reading this one first.I did some research on the internet and discovered that the translator (Bruce Evans) and (Bhikkhu Puriso) are one and the same person. The book I have displays the latter name as translator.