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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book vividly achieves something it probably never intended to do: offer the simplest, clearest explanation of Zen philosophy that I've read yet. While other authors overexert themselves in hopelessly convoluted terms and impenetrable analogies to try to explain the essence of Zen to their readers, Berger lays out its meaning in understandble terms by applying the principles of Zen to something that all of us can relate to--driving. And by not even trying to exlpain Zen at all, he does a masterful job--a true example of wu-wei in action!
Oh, and observing the practice in this book would make for roadways with a lot less stress and "road rage." These principles behind the wheel then can be easily applied to other apsects of life, thus creating not just more mindful drivers but a more mindful society as a whole.
A quick, entertaining and enlightening read.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Such timeliness for a book first published a dozen years ago! This should be handed out in Drivers' Ed courses across the country. The premise is simple: stay aware of your surroundings, don't let expectations distract you, and enjoy the ride. Stop thinking about driving and just drive. Sound advice in all aspects of life.
17 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By C. A. Lehman
Format:Paperback
I read this over 10 years ago, when it was first published. At first glance I thought it was a joke, but there's actually some very sound, practical advice on how to keep your cool in traffic - and in this day and age of "road rage," it's more relevant than ever. And besides all that - it's very well written and just plain fun to read!
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Being Here Now
This moment is all there really is. Its where the rubber meets the road, where life is, no guilt, no blame. The rest is just thought. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Matt
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Yes, it's worth reading
I'll add my endorsement to this amusingly titled little book. Most people, myself included sometimes, allow themselves to simply become another passenger behind the controls. Read more
Published on January 1, 2010 by HP66
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Zenseless driving
This book Zen Driving was suggested by Amazon because I purchase many books on "Driving Safety" as support for our driving safety training center in Thailand. Read more
Published on December 18, 2009 by Richard Stampfle
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I know there are better books out there
I was really looking forward to reading this book. Being a late bloomer to driving -raised in NYC. I read Zen and the Art of Motorcylce maintenance and I wanted this book to go... Read more
Published on June 9, 2007 by stingray
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What a joy
I concur with an earlier reviewer. This book will teach you about zen--not what it is, but how to embody it, which is what matters. Read more
Published on January 2, 2005 by Tom Cat
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Cool
I think It was a thrill ride it was a exciting book! -Lila Ishaq
Published on December 3, 1999 by Lila Ishaq
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- The Fine Line: Making Distinctions in Everyday Life by Eviatar Zerubavel in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Road-Book America: Contemporary Culture and the New Picaresque by Rowland A. Sherrill on page 182, and Back Matter
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