The book is meant for people who take an openminded view about the history of the world's religions. The author uses his own life experience as a government official stationed in Laos during the 70's, where he first encountered Buddhist teachings. During that time he read the Dhammapada, the Buddhist "bible", and became a student of the ancient religion. He draws interesting comparisons between the teachings of Buddha and Christ, even though there were centuries separating their lives on Earth. The author lists passages both from Christ and Buddha on certain topics, the meaning to which appear similar. The reader is left to draw his own conclusions as to whether Christ traveled to the East during his "lost years" to study Buddhism. It is an interesting read, and is definitely thought-provoking for anyone interested in religious history and teachings.