On the surface, "Grain of Truth" is a simple book in which Laird describes, with eloquence and precision, the practical process by which he makes objects out of wood. Organized into eight chapters based on the ancient Taoist symbols of life energy, "Grain of Truth" describes each project: its inspiration, the materials and physical labor it requires, and the rewards it offers.
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On the surface, "Grain of Truth" is a simple book in which Laird describes, with eloquence and precision, the practical process by which he makes objects out of wood. Organized into eight chapters based on the ancient Taoist symbols of life energy, "Grain of Truth" describes each project: its inspiration, the materials and physical labor it requires, and the rewards it offers.
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Add this copy of Grain of Truth: the Ancient Lessons of Craft to cart. $19.61, good condition, Sold by Bestsellers Returns rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Hereford, HEREFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2001 by Walker & Co.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
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Good. Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. Could have library markings. Ships promptly!
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Like New in Fine jacket. Size: 5x0x8; Brief Gift Inscription by Previous Owner. On the surface, Grain of Truth is a brief, simple book in which the author makes objects out of wood-a hand plane for himself, a marimba for his children, a box to hold the cremated remains of his grandmother-in-law. It's not a how-to book, not a description of technique so much as an exploration of craft as a contemplative and spiritual practice. It shows how one's hands can serve as guides in the unfolding of awareness. The book is organized into eight chapters, based on the essential symbols of ancient Taoism (wind, earth, thunder, deep water, mountain, shallows, fire, and the unfathomable). Each chapter deals with a particular craft project-its inspiration, the materials it requires, the rewards it offers. Using sharp tools and a delicate touch, Laird uses the creative process to discover his essence. Grain of Truth is lyrical and mesmerizing. Like Eugen Herrigel's Zen in the Art of Archery, it explores physical discipline as a path to spiritual awakening. Like Thoreau's Walden, it places the unadorned self in nature, simple experience opening a door to unforeseen depths. Like Annie Dillard's Pilgrim at Tinker Creek, it evokes the mystical through keen observation of the natural world. It's a book to cherish.
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