Synopses & Reviews
The Way of Zen presents an understandable, inspirational and spiritually rewarding exploration of Zen Buddhism - "a way of liberation" that may be one of the most precious gifts of Asia to the world.
For the first time on audio tape, The Way of Zen presents readings of carefully-chosen selections from Alan Watts' classic bestseller, illuminated by rare recordings of the author personally commenting on some of the concepts and ideas in the book.
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Zen Buddhism has had a significant impact on the Western world, yet many people are intimidated by the alleged complexity of the discipline. A veteran practitioner brings insight and richness to the Zen experience for Westerners.
Synopsis
An understandable, inspirational and spiritually rewarding exploration of Zen Buddhism
About the Author
Alan W. Watts (1915 - 1973) was instrumental in introducing Eastern thought to Western civilization. He held both a master's degree in theology and a doctorate of divinity, and is best known as an interpreter of Indian and Chinese philosophy in general, and Zen Buddhism in particular. He earned the reputation of being one of the most original philosophers of the century. He was the author of hundreds of articles on philosophy and religion, and 33 books which have been translated into eleven languages.