Description
Through his widely popular books and lectures, Alan Watts (1915-1973) did more to introduce Eastern philosophy and religion to Western minds than any figure before or since. Watts touched the lives of many. He was a renegade Zen teacher, an Anglican priest, a lecturer, an academic, an entertainer, a leader of the San Francisco renaissance, and the author of more than thirty books, including The Way of Zen, Psychotherapy East and West, and The Spirit of Zen.
About the Author
Monica Furlong was an author and journalist who lived in London. She authored many books, including Longings: Medieval Women Mystics.
Reviews
"For illuminating details on how Watts happened to be in the right place at the right time to bring Zen to the attention of millions, this biography is a must." -Los Angeles Times "Lucid, intelligent, and compelling...inspires ne -Jack Maguire, author of Waking Up: A Week Inside a Zen Monastery and Essential Buddhism
Book Information
ISBN 9781893361324
Author Monica Furlong
Format Paperback
Page Count 264
Imprint SkyLight Paths Publishing,US
Publisher Jewish Lights Publishing
Weight(grams) 1g
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 19mm
About the Author
Monica Furlong was an author and journalist who lived in London. She authored many books, including Longings: Medieval Women Mystics.
Reviews
"For illuminating details on how Watts happened to be in the right place at the right time to bring Zen to the attention of millions, this biography is a must." -Los Angeles Times "Lucid, intelligent, and compelling...inspires ne -Jack Maguire, author of Waking Up: A Week Inside a Zen Monastery and Essential Buddhism
Book Information
ISBN 9781893361324
Author Monica Furlong
Format Paperback
Page Count 264
Imprint SkyLight Paths Publishing,US
Publisher Jewish Lights Publishing
Weight(grams) 1g
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 19mm
