Here is something quite unfamiliar to the West, something which will appeal strongly to all who are trying to find deeper reality in life than philosophy and conventional religion can express. Historically, Zen is an aspect of Buddhism, but in itself it is so vital and elusive that it escapes definition. To be understood it must be lived. As a way of life it is the highest achievement of the Chinese spirit and the inspiration of its greatest art. Through Zen, Chinese culture reinforms our own with new meaning and offers us ...
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Here is something quite unfamiliar to the West, something which will appeal strongly to all who are trying to find deeper reality in life than philosophy and conventional religion can express. Historically, Zen is an aspect of Buddhism, but in itself it is so vital and elusive that it escapes definition. To be understood it must be lived. As a way of life it is the highest achievement of the Chinese spirit and the inspiration of its greatest art. Through Zen, Chinese culture reinforms our own with new meaning and offers us altogether new possibilities in a world of change. Contents Include: The Origins of Zen The Secret of Zen The Technique of Zen Life in a Zen Community Zen and the Civilization of the Far East
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Good. Used. Paperback Book. Scratches and smudges on front and back cover. Small round, blue price sticker in upper left corner of front cover. The cover has visible markings and wear. Outer corners are slightly bent and show wear. Small/tiny rips in upper right and lower right corners of front cover. Outer page edges are clean. Fast Shipping-Safe and Secure Bubble Mailer!
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This item shows signs of wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact, but may have aesthetic issues such as small tears, bends, scratches, and scuffs. Spine may also show signs of wear. Pages may include some notes and highlighting. May include "From the library of" labels. Satisfaction Guaranteed.
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Fair. An acceptable and readable copy. All pages are intact, and the spine and cover are also intact. This item may have light highlighting, writing or underlining through out the book, curled corners, missing dust jacket and or stickers.
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Good. Book Octavo, softcover, some creasing and soiling to blue and black wraps, else interior VG, text is clean and unmarked. 136 pages. "Here is the essential groundwork for an understanding of Zen. Clearly and concisely, yet without robbing tthe subject of its provocative subtlety, Alan Watts, one of the leading Western authorities in the field, discusses the many steps along the road to Satori-that state of exalted being which is the goal of every Zen Buddhist. " 15 full page plates.
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Very Good. Size: 7x5x0; Softcover in Very Good condition. Clean pages. Good binding. Minimal wear to the exterior. Carefully packaged to avoid damage in shipping.