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Zen and Japanese culture.

[Rev. and enl. 2d ed.
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One of this century's leading works on Zen, this book is a valuable source for those wishing to understand its concepts in the context of Japanese life and art. In simple, often poetic, language, Daisetz Suzuki describes what Zen is, how it evolved, and how its emphasis on primitive simplicity and self-effacement have helped to shape an aesthetics found throughout Japanese culture. He explores the surprising role of Zen in the philosophy of the samurai, and subtly portrays the relationship between Zen and swordsmanship, haiku, tea ceremonies, and the Japanese love of nature. Suzuki's contemplative discussion is enhanced by anecdotes, poetry, and illustrations showing silk screens, calligraphy, and examples of architecture.

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Pantheon Books
Language
English
Pages
478

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1970, Princeton University Press
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1959, Pantheon Books
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Edition Notes

Bibliography: p. [443]-447.
First ed. published in 1938 under title: Zen Buddhism and its influence on Japanese culture.

Published in
New York]
Series
Bollingen series,, 64

Classifications

Dewey Decimal Class
294.329
Library of Congress
BL1442.Z4 S8 1959

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Pagination
xxiii, 478 p.
Number of pages
478

ID Numbers

Open Library
OL6250426M
Internet Archive
zenjapanesecultu0000suzu
LCCN
58012174
Library Thing
88179

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