The Little Book Of Zen Author:Manuela Dunn Mascetti (Compiler) Originally published in three volumes at $29.85, this exquisitely illustrated book presents an illuminating introduction to the glorious flowers of Zen art and thought- Haiku, koans, and the sayings of the mysterious Zen masters. Beautifully designed to delight the senses and enlighten the mind. It offers readers three pathways into the Zen way ... more »of being and experiencing- haiku the shortest form of poetry in the world, koans, impossible conundrums given to the Zen student by his master unparalleled in the literature of any other religion, and the ancient sayings of Zen masters, traced through generations of accumulated wisdom.
Opening the doors to this extraordinary world through poetry, challenge, and parable, The Little Book of Zen is a treasure trove that will bring joy to initiate and novitiate alike.« less