Zen Flesh, Zen Bones
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゚モレ Zen Flesh, Zen Bones
Author: Compiled by Paul Reps & Nyogen Senzaki
Publication Date: 1989 (this Anchor Books edition; original compilation 1957)
Publisher: Anchor Books (Doubleday)
Format: B-format Paperback (approx. 198 x 129 mm)
ISBN: 0385081308 (or 9780385081306)
Condition: Fair. Well used
゚ヤヘ Synopsis
This classic anthology presents Zen Buddhism through four accessible texts: 101 Zen Stories (short, paradoxical tales from masters), The Gateless Gate (48 koans with Mumon's commentary), 10 Bulls (pictorial parable of enlightenment stages), and Centering (112 meditation techniques from the Vigyan Bhairav Tantra). Together they convey Zen's direct, experiential approach to awakening¬タヤbeyond words, concepts, or doctrine¬タヤusing humor, shock, and simplicity.
゚メᆲ Reviews
A valuable collection... the koans and stories are sharp and illuminating. ¬タヤ Alan Watts (widely praised for its accessibility and depth)
Essential Zen reading... timeless and direct. ¬タヤ Goodreads reader review (average ~4.17/5 stars across thousands of ratings, often 4-5 stars for its profound simplicity and lasting impact)
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Condition: Fair