The author, an American Buddhist nun, explains how to let go of fears that harden one's personality, rid oneself of habitual patterns rooted in fear, and become more tender and compassionate.
Presents a collection of Zen poetry from the beginning of Zen Buddhism to the twentieth century and includes works and short biographies of poets such as Lao Tzu, Han Shan, Li Po, and Dogen Kigen.
A selection of Japanese haiku written between the 1600s and the late twentieth century, complemented by reproductions of woodblock prints. Includes short biographies of featured poets.
