One Blade of Grass tells the story of how meditation practice helped Henry Shukman to recover from the depression, anxiety, and chronic eczema he had had since childhood and to integrate a sudden spiritual awakening into his life. By turns humorous and moving, this beautifully written memoir demystifies Zen training, casting its profound insights in simple, lucid language, and takes the reader on a journey of their own, into the hidden treasures of life that contemplative practice can reveal to any of us.
"This heartfelt and beautifully written memoir provides one of the most insightful, informative, and honest accounts of Zen practice yet to appear in English." ―Stephen Batchelor, author of After Buddhism"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
"Riveting . . . As Shukman traces his transformation in exquisite prose, even those discomfited by his intimate revelations can’t help but be inspired by his courage and persistence. Shukman’s journey reassures us that a profound awakening is possible for practitioners willing to go to any lengths." ―Joan Duncan Oliver and Cara Dibdin, Tricycle: The Buddhist Review
"Through Henry’s personal stories―that are eminently readable―we get to find the profound insights of Zen and how they can lead one to living a gentler, kinder, and more fulfilling life." ―Stillness Speaks
"This is the book Shukman was born to write―I’ve been waiting a long time for someone to write this―a record of how we evolve, from ignorance and suffering as a young boy, tracking his accidental awakening, discovering in fits and starts his way-seeking mind to peace and the ground of being. So beautifully written, the reader immerses along with the author on his stumbling path to wholeness. In parts hilariously funny, I cannot say enough––I love this book." ––Natalie Goldberg, author of Writing Down the Bones and The Great Failure"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
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Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "If you've ever wondered how a messed up kid like you or me might master the wisdom of Zen, One Blade of Grass is the adventure for you. It's great companyand after reading it, you might recognize that you're further along than you imagined." David Hinton, editor and translator of The Four Chinese Classics and author of The Wilds of PoetryOne Blade of Grass tells the story of how meditation practice helped Henry Shukman to recover from the depression, anxiety, and chronic eczema he had had since childhood and to integrate a sudden spiritual awakening into his life. By turns humorous and moving, this beautifully written memoir demystifies Zen training, casting its profound insights in simple, lucid language, and takes the reader on a journey of their own, into the hidden treasures of life that contemplative practice can reveal to any of us."This heartfelt and beautifully written memoir provides one of the most insightful, informative, and honest accounts of Zen practice yet to appear in English." Stephen Batchelor, author of After Buddhism Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781640092624
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