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A Glimpse of Nothingness : Experiences in an American Zen Community
A Glimpse of Nothingness Experiences in an American Zen Community
Author: Janwillem van de Wetering
ISBN-13: 9780312209452
ISBN-10: 0312209452
Publication Date: 4/15/1999
Pages: 192
Rating:
  • Currently 3.5/5 Stars.
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3.5 stars, based on 1 rating
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Book Type: Paperback
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therubycanary avatar reviewed A Glimpse of Nothingness : Experiences in an American Zen Community on + 44 more book reviews
I enjoyed this book as a travel experience, but would not have if I had been looking for spiritual guidance. Although I practice Buddhism, the Zen style is not for me. It is a little too masculine and focuses on punishment and regiment a lot more than my ideas of what the spirit are. This book is an example of that kind of thinking, but is also an entertaining and good read.
stinger avatar reviewed A Glimpse of Nothingness : Experiences in an American Zen Community on
Really enjoyed reading about his experiences, especially the frustrations.