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The Magic of Japanese Zen Gardens

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The Magic of Japanese Zen Gardens by Thomas Kierok explores the serene beauty and philosophy behind Japanese Zen gardens. The book offers insights into the design and cultural significance of these gardens, while also discussing how they inspire mindfulness and tranquillity. It provides a captivating journey into the artistry and spiritual essence that define Zen garden aesthetics.
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You might enjoy this book if you are captivated by the harmonious design and tranquillity of Japanese Zen gardens. It offers insightful exploration into the philosophy and artistry behind these peaceful landscapes, making it perfect for enthusiasts of Zen culture and garden design.

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A Zen garden is the symbiotic fusion of Japanese philosophy and the art of garden design, a spiritual place of meditation and inner reflection that teaches mindfulness and brings joy to the eyes. If you want to get to know this garden culture, you won't find as many wonderful gems in such a small area anywhere in the world as in Kyoto.

Thomas Kierok photographed these unique gardens in all four seasons. Through encounters with important Zen garden designers, he was able to develop his own photographic perspective inspired by the spirit of Zen. Poems by world-renowned Zen poets Dogen, Basho and Ryokan complement the visual masterpieces.

The Magic of Japanese Zen Gardens is a meditative journey, a sanctuary for the soul, a retreat between two covers whenever the need for calm, inspiration and grounding arises.

With a prologue by Shunmyo Masuno, best-selling author, garden architect, and professor of garden art at Tama Art University in Tokyo.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9783716518724

Publisher: Benteli Verlag

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 November 2022

Country: Switzerland

Imprint: Benteli Verlag

Illustration: 100 Illustrations

Contributors:

  • Prologue by Shunmyo Masuno

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 235.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 980g

Pages: 160

About the Author

Since completing his studies at the renowned Lette-Verein in Berlin, Thomas Kierok, born in 1966, has worked as a freelance portrait, person and business photographer. Alongside his photographic assignments, he is also regularly involved in various artistic projects and has produced several books of his own.

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