Zen Flesh Zen Bones: A Collection of Zen and Pre-Zen Writings
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Compiler: Paul RepsCompiler: Nyogen Senzaki
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1998-09-15
ISBN: 0804831866
Number of pages: 211
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
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Book Review: A Fun, Light Intro to Zen
Summary: 4 Stars
This was the first book on Zen that I ever read, over 20 years ago during those formative college years. As such, it holds a special place in my heart. I just re-read it for nostalgia's sake, and to see what I thought after reading many (too many) other books on Zen.
This book was still a fresh, enjoyable read, and I gobbled it down in less than a week. I would say it's a compelling intro for people to latch onto and enjoy. Perhaps it's a bit sugary sweet; a light confection that draws you in with exotic tales of the great Asian masters, and intriguing, accessible koans.
Shunryu Suzuki Roshi apparently said this when his American students built him a beautiful Japanese-style house: "...but why did you make it look Japanese???"
Enjoy!
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