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Name: The Way of Zen
Rating: 4 (8 reviews)
Author: Alan Watts

The Way of Zen offers a concise exploration of Zen philosophy, outlining its roots in Buddhist and Taoist traditions, detailing its historical development, and explaining its fundamental teachings that guide practice and understanding of the self.

First publish date: April 15, 1989

Genre: Religion & Spirituality/Buddhism

Authors: Alan Watts

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