Zen and the Way of the Sword by Winston L King
A modern and compelling analysis of the manner in which Zen Buddhism's ideals were reified in samurai swordsmanship throughout history. A thoughtful religious history and cultural critique of ancient and modern day Japan.
superb analysis.. daring and stylish * Kirkus Review *
Winston L. King is Professor Emeritus of Vanderbilt University. He has had extended firsthand contact with Buddhism in Burma and Japan and is the author of a number of books on religion as a cultural phenomenon and Buddhism in particular.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780195092615 |
| ISBN 10 | 0195092619 |
| Title | Zen and the Way of the Sword |
| Author | Winston L King |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press Inc |
| Year published | 1995-01-12 |
| Number of pages | 276 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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