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Thich Nhat Hanh: Essential Writings (Modern Spiritual Masters Series)

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When I ordered this book, I really expected a disorganized mix of Thich Nhat Hanh's writings and quotes...was I wrong.

The book has quickly become one of my favorites...it has helped me understand many buddhist concepts I had a hard time understanding in only a few short pages.

You'll read about situations, concepts, the Buddha and more all in this great book...words really cannot do it justice. This is a collection of some of the best of Nhat Hanh's writings in his many books (he has a ton!)

Bottom line: If you're an avid reader of Thich Nhat Hanh's books, you'll love this one to remind you of the many things he has written. if you're new to Thich Nhat Hanh or want to learn about Buddhism, you'll really enjoy this book!

This dude really has it. really. I have a pile of books on philosophy, zen, taoism, happiness, etc. and this is the one that I carry with me, that I read before I go to bed, that I recommend to people, because this is beautiful. As important to me as "the prophet" by Kahlil Gibran, which is important to me.

If you want to own one concise volume of Thich Nhat Hanh, this is it. It pulls together lessons from many of his earlier writings, and like the title says, his most essential writings are within these pages.

This is an excellent book. It really is a good collection from a range of his teachings. It is easy and delightful to read and covers all the topics. It is my favorite book so far.

Thich Nhat Hanh is one of the best writers in Buddhist litature. I prefer him over any one else. This is a great introduction to his work. Thich Nhat Hanh breaks down the most basic and difficult teaching of Buddhism in simple terms that can be applied easly to everday life. I recomend this book to any one and everyone.

"Essential Writings" are essential readings. Simple and straight forward teachings that again show us mindfulness training useful in everyday life. His teachings promote self awareness and happiness. Read, breathe, practice. Peace.

This is a wonderful little book that makes everyday spirituality very simple to pursue and achieve. Through awareness and joy we can learn to treasure each moment of our lives and Thay gently points us in the direction to go so we may find those seemingly elusive treasures. This is a sweet, simple message for very mean and complicated times and comes through like a ray of sunlight after a terrible storm. It reminds us that life is good, there is love and beauty in the world, and we have it within us to find them.

This is a good book if you are new to Buddhism, as Thich Nhat Hanh's writings are simple to understand, yet poetic and eloquent. Thich Nhat Hanh's approach to Buddhism is naturalistic and down to earth, and stays clear of metaphysical Buddhist discussions which are difficult to understand for readers who are new to meditation or Buddhism.

This book does not proselytize, nor does in require that one 'believe' in any metaphysical entity. Instead it provides suggestions on how to live our daily life with fuller awareness.

For those who are familiar with Thuy's writing, this book does a great job at compiling select excerpts from his various other books, and organizing them in short chapters which can be read independently from each other before meditation, or whenever you can make 5 to 15 minutes for contemplation in your day.

I've been practicing a peaceful lifestyle for a few years now and it's been sort of an up and down path. Since I started reading this book it has gotten me back on track. I take so much joy in everything I do now. This book is absolutely incredible. I wish everyone in the world could read it.

Hanh will spoon-feed you basic zen concepts that will be like little seeds that will sprout and grow over time. He's a great teacher and this book will be a good and easy read for anybody. Each page contains a morsel of knowledge that can and will change you for the better.