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Zen & The Beat Way,Used
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Through His Popular Radio Series 'Way Beyond The West' Alan Watts Brought Listeners A Delightful And Practical Side Of Zen, Which He Prescribed As 'A Cure For Education And Culture.' By The Early Sixties His Radio Programs Were Renowned For Their Synthesis Of Eastern Wisdom And Everyday Life. Several Of These Radio Talks Have Been Selected And Edited By Mark Watts, Alan'S Oldest Son, To Introduce A New Generation To Zen And The Beat Way. Through This Collection We See Influences Of D.T. Suzuki, C.G. Jung, Gary Snyder And Others. Specific Chapters Discuss Zen Influences On Traditional Japanese And Chinese Arts And Explores The Celebrated Concept Of The 'Controlled Accident' Within The Rich Tradition Of Zen Aesthetics. Also Included Is 'Return To The Forest, ' An Essay That Explores The Works Of Joseph Campbell On The Earliest Beat Traditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Zen & the Beat Way' about? A: 'Zen & the Beat Way' is a collection of radio talks by Alan Watts, focusing on Zen philosophy and its influence on culture and education. It explores the synthesis of Eastern wisdom with everyday life, featuring discussions on Zen aesthetics and the concept of the 'controlled accident'.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Zen & the Beat Way' is Alan Watts, a renowned philosopher and speaker known for his work on interpreting and popularizing Eastern philosophy for Western audiences.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Zen & the Beat Way' contains 128 pages, providing a concise exploration of its themes and ideas.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Zen & the Beat Way' is available in paperback, making it a lightweight and portable option for readers.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in 'Very Good' condition, indicating that it has been well-maintained and shows minimal signs of wear.
- Q: When was 'Zen & the Beat Way' published? A: 'Zen & the Beat Way' was published on January 1, 1997.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book? A: Yes, this book is the Original edition, which features curated selections from Alan Watts' radio talks.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers various topics, including Zen influences on traditional Japanese and Chinese arts, and it discusses significant figures like D.T. Suzuki and C.G. Jung.
- Q: Who edited the collection of talks in the book? A: The collection of talks in 'Zen & the Beat Way' was edited by Mark Watts, Alan Watts' oldest son.
- Q: Does the book include essays, and if so, what is one of them? A: Yes, the book includes essays, including 'Return to the Forest,' which explores the works of Joseph Campbell on the earliest Beat traditions.