- Gebundene Ausgabe: 311 Seiten
- Verlag: Tuttle Publishing (Mai 1994)
- Sprache: Englisch
- ISBN-10: 0804819777
- ISBN-13: 978-0804819770
- Größe und/oder Gewicht: 19 x 14,7 x 2,3 cm
- Durchschnittliche Kundenbewertung: 5.0 von 5 Sternen Alle Rezensionen anzeigen (8 Kundenrezensionen)
- Amazon Bestseller-Rang: Nr. 1.374.094 in Englische Bücher (Siehe Top 100 in Englische Bücher)
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From Library Journal
Most mystical experiences are almost impossible to describe, but this book comes close to conveying true Zen consciousness. It's also a fascinating picture of an Irish American girl dropped in the midst of a male monastery in Japan in the late 1970s. One shivers at her descriptions of begging in the snow, cooking and cleaning while adjusting to both the traditional disciplines and to the mercurial characters of fellow monks. What a victory when she received ordination, after two years, much work, and a few puzzling enlightenments. And what a mystery when her life was cut short at age 27 by a tragic accident. This account, in journal entries and letters home, should become a classic in the Zen literature involving Westerners. Recommended for all large libraries.
- Jeanne S. Bagby, formerly with Tucson P.L., Ariz.
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
- Jeanne S. Bagby, formerly with Tucson P.L., Ariz.
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From School Library Journal
YA-A compilation of O'Halloran's journal entries and letters written while she prepared for her formal Zen "enlightenment achieved" ceremony and certificate. The 1,000 days of training included a month of exposure to the cold, begging, zazen (sitting meditation), and many hours of cleaning and cooking. From 1979 through the summer of 1983, she lived in Tokyo as a nun; she was killed in a bus accident in Thailand in 1983. Her writings contain everyday happenings, complaints, descriptions of events, and comments on cultural differences and similarities. O'Halloran's mother writes a brief biographical introduction to give some knowledge of her daughter's early life, but the journals and letters themselves don't indicate why she chose to become a nun or how this training might affect her future. The writings do contain insightful observations of Japanese family life, particularly of the Zen master and his family. A book that will appeal to YAs interested in religion, contemplation, and/or interaction with other cultures. The tone is light, and there is not much doctrinal explanation. A quiet, relaxing read.
Clodagh Lee, Pohick Regional Library, Burke, VA
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Clodagh Lee, Pohick Regional Library, Burke, VA
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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I got this as my first book on tape. I had always thought it would take away from the book to listen to it read by someone else. But on my drive from upstate NY to Philly to visit my parents, I decided to get a book on tape. I was so into this book that i could hardly pay attention to my driving. The five hour drive was a breeze while listening to this. I was there before I knew it. Also, as a practicing Zen Buddist, I found this to be a wonderful story and it helped me find a few things I was missing. I bought the book now and I'm re-reading it. I think that anyone, Zen buddist or not would enjoy this tale of a person's growth, and feel the sorrow of her untimely death
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This is the most touching book on Zen that I have yet to find. Several times while reading this book I experienced moments of Kensho. Soshin-san distilled the essence of Zen in her simple words.
I was so touched by her words that every year on Oct. 22nd I light a white candle in her memory.
This is a MUST read for anyone who is truly seeking to understand Zen.
Format:Hörkassette
this book is one of my favorite books in my library . this diary of an irish american searcher of zen cuts to the heart. ive read the book and have the abridged book on tape. though the tape is a shorter version of the book mare winningham brings the words alive with an irish charm. this book gives an insiders look at the heart zen as it is practiced in a japenese zen monastery. it is not only eyeopening it is enduring.
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this book will be an inspiration to anyone who reads it.
This book is a story of a woman with remarkable focus on the things in life that really matter... She was able to discipline herself so that she could accomplish her goals in such... Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 28. Januar 1999 veröffentlicht
A 'must read' for a zen student.
Soshin O'Halloran was a remarkable zen practitioner. The book describes in detail her journeys throughout Northeastern Asia and experiences at two Japanese Soto Zen Monasteries. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 31. Dezember 1998 veröffentlicht
A 'must read' for a zen student.
Soshin O'Halloran was a remarkable zen practitioner. The book describes in detail her journeys throughout Northeastern Asia and experiences at two Japanese Soto Zen Monasteries. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 31. Dezember 1998 veröffentlicht
engaging, thought-provoking "autobiography"
No dry, musty spirituality here. Maura's journals are a lively read that may raise an eyebrow and will leave you hoping to hear more about her life. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 30. Juli 1998 veröffentlicht
Maura O'Halloran: a Saint of our times at 27 years old!
In 1979 Maura O'Halloran left a waitressing job in Boston to begin
her study of Zen in Japan. Lesen Sie weiter...
her study of Zen in Japan. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 11. Mai 1997 veröffentlicht
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