Introduction to Buddhism Introduction to Buddhism: An Explanation of the Buddhist Way of Life is written by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, who has founded more than 1,100 Kadampa Buddhist Centres and groups worldwide. This renowned Tibetan teacher of Buddhism is very skilled at imparting ancient wisdom in an accessible way. His New Meditation Handbook: Meditations to Make Our Life Happy and Meaningful is a practical partner to the introduction.