Jane Ross Potter, “Seeking the Medicine Buddha” (novel, 2015)
Seeking the Medicine Buddha · 2015
What it is
An English novel: a Buddhist scientist develops a medicine from Himalayan plants, then has to defend his patent.
How the Buddha appears
The title evokes the Medicine Buddha; the hero is guided by his Buddhist beliefs.
Quote
« Harvey is guided by his Buddhist beliefs and expects that everything will turn out for the best. »
Source
- Amazon.com, “Seeking the Medicine Buddha” (Kindle) www.amazon.com
Checked on 15 October 2026.
Where to find it
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