This book provides the first English translation of Candrakirti's commentary (ca. 6-7th century C.E.) on four illusions that prevent people from becoming Buddhas. Lang's translation captures the clarity of Candrakirti's arguments and the lively humour of the stories and examples he uses.

"Lang has done an admirable job of translating an often difficult text into English. ... This book is a significant contribution to the field of Buddhist studies, particularly for those interested in Madhyamaka philosophy."--Religious Studies Review "Lang has done an admirable job of translating an often difficult text into English. ... This book is a significant contribution to the field of Buddhist studies, particularly for those interested in Madhyamaka philosophy."--Religious Studies Review "This is a jewel of a book . If Candrakirti is eminently accessible, then he has an equally clear interpreter in Lang, whose translation and introduction are gifts not only of precision and accessibility, but also of wisdom and pleasure."--Choice