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A revelatory primer on what it means to be human and a mind-opening manual of initiation into the central mystery of existence, by “perhaps the foremost interpreter of Eastern disciplines for the contemporary West" (Los Angeles Times). At the root of human conflict is our fundamental...

In this collection, Alan Watts displays the intelligence, playfulness of thought, and simplicity of language that has made him so perennially popular as an interpreter of Eastern thought for Westerners. He draws on a variety of religious traditions, and covers topics such as the challenge of seeing one's life “just as it is,” the Taoist approach to harmonious living, the limits of language in the face of ineffable spiritual truth, and the psychological symbolism of Christian thought.

How Alan Watts Still Shapes How We Think About Life, Consciousness, and the Present Moment. Alan Watts transformed Western understanding of Eastern philosophy, bringing ideas like non-duality, mindfulness, and living in the present to millions of readers and listeners. But what did he really mean by “the illusion of the self”? How did his background in theology, Zen, and psychology come together? And why does his message still resonate across podcasts, YouTube, and the global search for inner peace? Alan Watts Explained: His Core Ideas, Works, and Influence offers a clear, engaging ...

An acclaimed philosopher shows us how—in an age of unprecedented anxiety—we can find fulfillment by embracing the present and living more fully in the now. He is "the perfect guide for a course correction in life" (from the Introduction by Deepak Chopra). The brain can only assume its...

More than just a short introduction to the work of Alan Watts - a practical guide to applying his thinking in our everyday lives "The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance." Alan Watts (1915-1973) was perhaps the most entertaining philosopher of the twentieth century, a spiritual rogue who blended ancient Eastern wisdom with modern Western wit. Through his books, lectures, and radio shows, he helped transform how Americans think about religion, consciousness, and their relationship with the universe. More than a mere popularizer of Zen ...

Macmillan Audio presents In My Own Way, Alan Watts's acclaimed autobiography, published for the first time in audio. In this audiobook, Alan Watts tracks his spiritual and philosophical evolution from a child of religious conservatives in rural England to a freewheeling spiritual teacher who...

In his definitive introduction to Zen Buddhism, Alan Watts ("the perfect guide for a course correction in life" —Deepak Chopra), explains the principles and practices of this ancient religion. With a rare combination of freshness and lucidity, he delves into the origins and history of Zen to...

From “perhaps the foremost interpreter of Eastern disciplines for the contemporary West—and an author who ‘had the rare gift of ‘writing beautifully the unwritable’” (Los Angeles Times)—a guide that draws on Chinese Taoism to reexamine humanity’s place in the natural world and...

You are not a speck adrift in an indifferent cosmos. You are the cosmos, staring into itself through human eyes. This is not a book about self-improvement. It’s a book about remembering. What would happen if you stopped trying to become something… and realized you already are everything? Drawing from the timeless teachings of Alan Watts, Advaita Vedanta, Zen, Taoism, mystic poets, and the metaphors of modern physics, You Are the Universe Experiencing Itself is a direct invitation to awaken from the story of separation. Across 11 immersive chapters, you will be guided through a seamless,...

In the eyes of her family, Chastity Shackleford was impulsive, flighty, overly emotional and inclined to sentimental overtures. All in all, a disaster waiting to happen should she accept the Duke of Blackmore's offer of a Season in London. But what else was she to do since her twin sister and best friend had abandoned her for the wilds of Cornwall? Naturally she might have hoped that disaster had waited a little longer before striking, but at least she faced the possibility of marriage with someone who had all his own teeth.

"The perfect guide for a course correction in life" (Deepak Chopra) that teaches us how to enjoy a deeper, more meaningful relationship with the spiritual in our present troubled times. Drawing on his experiences as a former priest, Watts skillfully explains how the intuition of Eastern...

This inspiring audiobook contains six revolutionary essays exploring the relationship between spiritual experience and ordinary life—and the need for them to coexist within each of us. With essays on “cosmic consciousness” (including Alan Watts’ account of his own ventures into this...

Alan Watts has become known as the West's foremost interpreter of Eastern thought, and one of the most original philosophers of this century. Fortunately for us, he is also witty, articulate, insightful, very entertaining, and a pleasure to listen to. More from Watts.

Prudence Shackleford had not expected to be a spinster at three and twenty, but unfortunately, as she'd quickly discovered, very few men were prepared to tolerate either her ghoulish sense of humour, or her macabre taste in literature. And those were the ones she'd got as far as holding a conversation with. When invited to London by the Duke and Duchess of Blackmore to witness the Coronation of King George IV, she was equal parts horrified and intrigued. Especially after a chance meeting with a Bow Street Runner on the trail of conspirators it was feared were planning to murder the King.

Beloved bestselling author Rhonda Byrne launched a global phenomenon with the publication of The Secret in 2006. This life-altering work helped readers understand the untapped powers that reside within. But Rhonda’s journey was far from over as something inside her urged her to seek more...

Brought to you by Penguin This Penguin Classic is performed by Japanese actor Sadao Ueda, known for his appearances in Spectre, London has Fallen and What We Did on Our Holiday. For a generation adjusting painfully to the demands of a modern industrial and commercial society, Asia came to...

What is the essence of Zen meditation? Why is it considered one of the most celebrated spiritual practices of all time? What are the basic steps of its practice? What is the essence of the revolutionary philosophy behind it? And how can its regular practice allow you to conquer spiritual progress and inner peace starting today? Zen Meditation in Easy Steps answers these and other profound questions, presenting the basic teachings of Zen Buddhism. With a bonus selection of Zen spiritual tales, this beginner’s guide contains the basic steps of Zen meditation.

Brought to you by the bestselling author Thomas K. Shor, author of A STEP AWAY FROM PARADISE This book tells the true story of an Indian man named Vikram, whose strange fate it was to be born with a large birthmark identical to the birthmark of the holy man, or baba, who died immediately after blessing Vikram’s mother to have a son. So from the very beginning, Vikram was raised as the old baba’s reincarnation. At first Vikram goes along with it. He even believes it. He tries, in his childish way, to play the part. But when he probes his suspicions and discovers he possesses no special ...

Perception is not just something that happens to us. It is an active process in which the mind sorts through what we experience, gives it meaning, and shapes our sense of what is real. Many things we think are obvious or simply true are, when we look more closely, shaped by our ways of thinking, our beliefs, and our usual ways of understanding things. The Perception Enigma examines how the mind makes sense of reality and how this shapes our thoughts, choices, and daily lives. Drawing on ideas from philosophy, thinking skills, and self-reflection, the book shows that perception is not fixed ...