Instant Zen [Paperback]

Jim McMullan (Author), Michael Levin (Author)

Editorial Reviews

From AudioFile

This is one of those unusual recordings that can be enjoyed repeatedly and picked up at almost any point with the same good result. Each classic Zen aphorism, accompanied by subtle hammered dulcimer music, stands on its own and is delivered with warm sincerity that never borders on mawkishness or preciousness. Jim McMullan offers the wisdom of "flowing, letting go, joyful accidents, and serendipity." This recording serves as a practical first-time exposure to Zen, or a familiar journey to those who already know the way. D.J.B. © AudioFile 2003, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to the Audio Cassette edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Tuttle Publishing (March 15, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0804830169
• ISBN-13: 978-0804830164
• Product Dimensions: 6.2 x 4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,006,088 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Changed my life, September 6, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Instant Zen (Audio Cassette)

This gift changed my life...a simple audio tape with amazing Zen wisdom. I knew nothing about Zen until I began listening to this tape in my car on the way to work. Every morning I'd play it for the half hour drive and slowly the ancient wisdom began to sink in and I started to feel more peaceful and aware. The voice of the author is so soothing and I advise anyone to give a listen and see for yourself.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars :-), November 23, 1998

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This review is from: Instant Zen (Paperback)

This book found me on a day of solitary wandering in the urban landscape that is New York City. Pick it up, flip to a random page, and enjoy it's simple wisdom. Or don't.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Reductio Ad Sophia, February 7, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Instant Zen (Paperback)

The essential tool for distilling confusion to the sublim