The Laughing Buddha of Tofukuji: The Life of Zen Master Keido Fukushima

by Ishwar C. Harris and Jeff Shore

Book Overview

Harris' book serves as a fresh introduction to Zen for Western readers which never fails to convey the radiant spirit of one of the most remarkable spiritual masters of our time. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0941532623
• ISBN13: 9780941532624
• Release Date: September 2004
• Publisher: World Wisdom Books
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.6" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

An enlightening insight into the inspirational life and practices of Keido Fukushima

The Laughing Buddha Of Tofukuji: The Life Of Zen Master Keido Fukushima by Ishwar C. Harris (Synod Professor of Religious Studies at the College of Wooster) is an enlightening insight into the inspirational life and practices of Keido Fukushima. As a biographical documentation as well as an intuitive balance of humor and Zen teachings, The Laughing Buddha Of Tofukuji is an informed and informative look into one of the most influential and progressive spiritual masters of his time. Very strongly recommended for the non-specialist general reader with a interest in Eastern Philosophy in general, and students of the Zen and Buddhist practices in particular, The Laughing Buddha Of Tofukuji is a truly memorable read.