The volume contains selected writings of D.T. Suzuki, one of the primary exponents of Zen in English. The book is intended to introduce the general reader to the history and spirit of Zen.

For many Westerners The Way of Zen by writer Alan Watts was their first introduction to the teachings of Zen Buddhism. In his lucid readable style, Watts discusses the background, history, principles and practices of this powerful Eastern spiritual teaching.

In this collection of his most important essays, D.T. Suzuki explores a variety of topics, including the history of Buddhism, the daily life of a Zen monk, and the path to enlightenment.

In this classic volume, Herrigel, a German philosopher who came to Japan and took up the practice of archery as a means of understanding Zen, gives an illuminating account of his experience under the tutelage of a Zen master.

This masterly book originated from a series of talks given by Zen master Suzuki to his Western students. His approach is informal, and he draws his examples from ordinary events and common sense. Highly recommended.

The book consists of dialogues, stories, Dharma talks and letters, reflecting Korean Zen master Seung Sahn's interactions with his Western students. This fresh presentation of Zen teaching is irreverent and often hilariously funny.

The volume draws upon Zen Roshi Kapleau's experience in conducting intensive meditation retreats, introductory workshops and lectures to provide a comprehensive overview of Zen teachings for a Western audience.

American Zen teacher Robert Aitken has written a comprehensive introduction to Zen with an emphasis on zazen or meditation practice. Aitken discusses correct breathing, meditation posture, teacher-student relations and the difficulties encountered on the path of spiritual awakening.

Professor Kraft has compiled an important collection of essays reflecting the work of both Zen teachers and Zen scholars. Topics include Zen history, poetry, meditation, encounters with Zen masters, and recent developments in North American Zen.

Charlotte Beck is a contemporary American Zen teacher who offers a warm engaging approach to using Zen to deal with the problems of everyday living -- love, relationships, work and suffering. Learning to live in the present moment is the essence of her teaching.

Roshi Kapleau's influential book artfully presents the three foundations of Zen: theory, practice and enlightenment. The text blends lectures, meditation instruction, the personal experiences of students, and commentaries on Zen teachings to instruct and inspire the spiritual seeker.

This collection of the teachings of great Chinese Zen masters shows that Zen is practical, remarkably flexible, adaptive to contemporary and individual needs, and able to transcend cultural boundaries.

Former Zen teacher Toni Packer presents a radically simple and original approach to spiritual growth free from religious authority and dogmatism in this collection of talks, essays, interviews and letters.

This companion volume to Everyday Zen focuses on the importanc of everyday life as an opportunity for spiritual growth and awakening. Beck writes with wit, penetrating insight and compassion.

Essential Zen is a collection of classic Zen writings and works by contemporary Zen exponents. The stories, poems and teachings reflect the universal appeal of Zen as a path of spiritual awakening.

The volume is a compilation of Roshi Kapleau's writings, talks, lectures and interviews spanning a 32 year period. Kapleau's practical grounded approach to Zen teachings is especially accessible to the Western mind.

Zen master Seung Sahn's clear presentation of essential Buddhist teachings is direct and often humorous. He cuts to the heart of Buddhism without relying on esoteric or academic langauge in a way that is accessible for both beginners and long-time students.

Zen teacher Albert Low studied with Roshi Philip Kapleau for more than 20 years. The book is an engaging collection of talks, stories and articles on Zen ranging from Dharma talks to discussions on Buddhism and Christianity.

In this anthology, renowned Buddhist translator Thomas Cleary presents talks, sayings and records of encounters between teachers and students to show the essence of Zen through the words of Zen masters themselves.