Narada Thera

Buddhism in a Nutshell by Narada Thera (1982; 111k/37pp.)

An excellent introductory overview of the fundamental principles of Buddhist doctrine. Topics covered include: the life of the Buddha, the Dhamma (Is it a philosophy? A religion? An ethical system?), the Four Noble Truths, the Law of Kamma, Rebirth, Dependent Origination, Anatta, and Nibbana. Recommended for beginners.

Everyman's Ethics, by Narada Thera (Buddhist Publication Society Wheel Publication No. 14; 1985; 20k/16pp.)

Four discourses by the Buddha that are of particular value to laypeople: the Sigalovada, Maha-mangala, Parabhava, and Vyagghapajja suttas.