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Thorsons Principles of Zen

Thorsons Principles of Zen - Thorsons Principles Series

Paperback (15 Feb 1999)

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Publisher's Synopsis

A practical introduction to Zen history, philosophy and practices with a resource guide.

The most straightforward accessible guide to Zen practice available, PRINCIPLES OF ZEN outlines the history of Zen (the most popular form of Buddhism in the West) from the historical Buddha to contemporary Zen centres in the UK, Europe and the US. Information includes meditation postures (with illustrations), a description of what to expect on a retreat, a discussion of koans (such as 'what is the sound of one hand clapping' and a description of different forms of practice (Korean, Japanese and Chinese variations).

The author has a lively, friendly writing style and has been teaching Zen for more than two decades.

About the Publisher

Harper Thorsons

Book information

ISBN: 9780722536728
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Imprint: Harper Thorsons
Pub date:
DEWEY: 294.3927
DEWEY edition: 21
Language: English
Number of pages: 127
Weight: 124g
Height: 196mm
Width: 127mm
Spine width: 12mm