{"title":"Daisetz T. Suzuki","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the profound insights of \u003cstrong\u003eDaisetz T. Suzuki\u003c\/strong\u003e, a pivotal figure in the transmission of Zen Buddhism to the West. His works offer a deep dive into the philosophy and practice of Zen, illuminating its cultural and spiritual significance with clarity and reverence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect contemplative and insightful texts that bridge Eastern religious traditions and modern understanding. His writings serve as a guide for those interested in spirituality, meditation, and the enduring influence of Zen on Japanese culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"zen-and-japanese-culture-by-daisetz-t-suzuki-9780691182964","title":"Zen and Japanese Culture","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZen and Japanese Culture\u003c\/em\u003e is a classic that has influenced generations of readers and played a major role in shaping conceptions of Zen's influence on Japanese traditional arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn simple and poetic language, Daisetz T. Suzuki describes Zen and its historical evolution. He connects Zen to the philosophy of the samurai, and subtly portrays the relationship between Zen and swordsmanship, haiku, tea ceremonies, and the Japanese love of nature. Suzuki uses anecdotes, poetry, and illustrations of silk screens, calligraphy, and architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features an introduction by Richard Jaffe that acquaints readers with Suzuki's life and career and analyses the book's reception in light of contemporary criticism, especially by scholars of Japanese Buddhism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZen and Japanese Culture\u003c\/em\u003e is a valuable source for those wishing to understand Zen in the context of Japanese life and art, and remains one of the leading works on the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47433400647916,"sku":"9780691182964","price":89.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780691182964.jpg?v=1774765023"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/daisetz-t-suzuki.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}