books by Charlotte Joko Beck

books by Charlotte Joko Beck

books:

Charlotte Joko Beck

Charlotte Joko Beck

Sounds True, 2008

Something Special: Living Zen
If you have a practice or are trying to start one, don't pass this up. The first 10 minutes of the first talk provides all the instruction you need for at least your first few years of practice. Thank you Joko, you're a gift!

Ordinary Mind: Exploring the Common Ground of Zen and Psychotherapy

Barry Magid, Charlotte Joko Beck

Wisdom Publications, 2002

...from an ordinary reader
Although the title of this text implies that this is a work best suited to professionals, I was delighted to find just the opposite. This is a book clearly presents some of the most basic aspects of Zen meditation written from a personal and inspiring perspective. It ...

Nothing Special: Living Zen

Charlotte Joko Beck, Steve Smith

HarperSanFrancisco, 1994

Beck at her best, as always
I read "Everyday Zen" several times and loved it. Recently saw this book on the shelf, bought it immediately and was not disappointed. I am not sure where one of the previous reviewers got the notion that there are no teachings in Zen. The very history of it is ...

Being Zen: Bringing Meditation to Life

Ezra Bayda

Shambhala, 2003

good for all
I've been performing meditation and zen for the last 25 years. I still like to pick up books once in awhile just to enhance my practice. This book by Ezra Bayda has given me more help in staying in the present. Written simply, it contains useful advice for beginner or ...

Everyday Zen: Love & Work

Charlotte Joko Beck

HarperOne, 1989

Great book
Very practical and accessible. I've read a lot of zen books and I like the simplicity and yet substantive approach to the subject. It's a really good read.

Now Zen (Little Books of Wisdom)

Charlotte Joko Beck

Harpercollins, 1995

READ THIS BOOK, then pass it on to an interested friend
This little book is an absolute gem. It is a brief taste of the authors teachings, published in the "Little Books of Wisdom" series. (Unfortunately, it is currently out of print, but find one if you can. I am currently searching for copies and will be contacting the ...