About the book
In his definitive introduction to Zen Buddhism, Alan Watts (\"the perfect guide for a course correction in life\" —Deepak Chopra), explains the principles and practices of this ancient religion.
With a rare combination of freshness and lucidity, he delves into the origins and history of Zen to explain what it means for the world today with incredible clarity. Watts saw Zen as “one of the most precious gifts of Asia to the world,” and in The Way of Zen he gives this gift to readers everywhere.
“Perhaps the foremost interpreter of Eastern disciplines for the contemporary West, Watts had the rare gift of ‘writing beautifully the unwritable.’” —Los Angeles Times
Editions of The Way of Zen
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780375705106
- EBook
- ISBN 9780307784346
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780593669792
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780593669808
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In his definitive introduction to Zen Buddhism, Alan Watts (\"the perfect guide for a course correction in life\" —Deepak Chopra), explains the principles and practices of this ancient religion.
With a rare combination of freshness and lucidity, he delves into the origins and history of Zen to explain what it means for the world today with incredible clarity. Watts saw Zen as “one of the most precious gifts of Asia to the world,” and in The Way of Zen he gives this gift to readers everywhere.
“Perhaps the foremost interpreter of Eastern disciplines for the contemporary West, Watts had the rare gift of ‘writing beautifully the unwritable.’” —Los Angeles Times
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Way of Zen about?
In his definitive introduction to Zen Buddhism, Alan Watts (\"the perfect guide for a course correction in life\" —Deepak Chopra), explains the principles and practices of this ancient religion.
With a rare combination of freshness and lucidity, he delves into the origins and history of Zen to explain what it means for the world today with incredible clarity. Watts saw Zen as “one of the most precious gifts of Asia to the world,” and in The Way of Zen he gives this gift to readers everywhere.
“Perhaps the foremost interpreter of Eastern disciplines for the contemporary West, Watts had the rare gift of ‘writing beautifully the unwritable.’” —Los Angeles Times
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Way of Zen?
Philosophy and Religion > Philosophy > Philosophical traditions and schools of thought > East Asian and Indian philosophy
Where can I read a sample of The Way of Zen?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780375705106
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Way of Zen?
Alan Watts
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Way of Zen is available as paperback(ISBN 9780375705106) and ebook(ISBN 9780307784346) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780593669792) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780593669808)
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