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The stresses of life confront people at every turn. Life seems complicated and confusing. This collection of Zen poems, stories and paintings that gently remind the reader that life is as simple as one makes it. The stories and sayings are complemented by classic oriental-style paintings. Cassettari is the author of the "Chinese Painting" series - "Chinese Brush Painting", "Chinese Landscape Painting Techniques" and "Chinese Flower Painting Techniques", as well as "Pebbles on the Road" and "Songs of the Seasons".
This collection investigates the possibility of simplifying the complexities of modern existence through the lens of Zen philosophy and traditional artistic expression. Author Stephen Cassettari, drawing on his extensive background in Chinese brush painting and Eastern aesthetic traditions, compiles a series of poems, stories, and visual works. The book functions as a meditative guide, arguing that the perceived chaos of daily life is a construct that can be dismantled through mindful observation and the adoption of Zen principles.
What You Will Find
The work presents a meditative, accessible approach to Zen philosophy, likely appealing to readers seeking a quiet, reflective experience rather than a rigorous academic study. Its integration of visual art and text suggests a focus on aesthetic appreciation as a primary vehicle for philosophical insight.
Page Count:
48
Publication Date:
1993-01-01
Publisher:
Harpercollins
ISBN-10:
0207182108
ISBN-13:
9780207182105
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