Vanessa R. Sasson

Author and Buddhist scholar

Vanessa R. Sasson is a Buddhist scholar and author. She has written extensively on Buddhist history and women's roles in Buddhism. Sasson's work is known for its meticulous research and nuanced understanding of the subject matter. She has taught at various institutions and has given lectures on Buddhist studies. Sasson's book, The Gathering, is a retelling of the story of the first Buddhist women's request for ordina...