{"title":"Alan W Watts","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the thought-provoking works of \u003cstrong\u003eAlan W. Watts\u003c\/strong\u003e, a leading philosopher and writer renowned for his profound insights into the human psyche and spiritual explorations. With a blend of Eastern and Western philosophies, Watts' writings invite readers on a journey of self-discovery and deeper understanding of the world around them. This collection is an invitation for those seeking to delve into the intricate relationship between nature, humanity, and the universe at large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eNature, Man and Woman\u003c\/em\u003e, Watts explores the connections between humanity and the natural world, encouraging readers to reconsider their perceptions of gender and harmony with nature. \u003cem\u003eThe Way of Zen\u003c\/em\u003e offers an accessible introduction to Zen Buddhism, presenting its principles with clarity and wit, ideal even for beginners in Eastern philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is It\u003c\/em\u003e gathers a series of essays that delve into various aspects of mystical philosophy, inviting readers to embrace the present moment as a vital part of the human experience. \u003cem\u003eThe Wisdom of Insecurity\u003c\/em\u003e delivers a comforting perspective on the inevitable uncertainties of life, drawing on religious and spiritual traditions to offer readers peace and acceptance in a changing world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach book in this collection serves as a testament to Watt's unique ability to weave together complex philosophical ideas into relatable and enlightening narratives, making them a timeless resource for anyone seeking knowledge about Philosophy \u0026amp; Psychology or Religion \u0026amp; Spirituality.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wisdom-of-insecurity-by-alan-w-watts-9781846047015","title":"Wisdom Of Insecurity","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePioneering Zen scholar Alan Watts explores the human quest for psychological security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'A revelatory classic'\u003c\/em\u003e - Maria Popova\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'A spiritual polymath, the first and possibly greatest'\u003c\/em\u003e - Deepak Chopra\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we have forgotten is that thoughts and words are conventions, and that it is fatal to take conventions too seriously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eToo often we fall into the trap of anticipating the future while lamenting the past, and in the midst of this negative loop we forget how to live in the now. In this iconic and prescient text, pioneering Zen scholar Alan Watts shows us how, in an age of unprecedented anxiety, we must embrace the present in order to live a fulfilling life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46505811378412,"sku":"9781846047015","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7197603482845.jpg?v=1748681682"},{"product_id":"wisdom-of-insecurity-by-alan-w-watts-9780712695886","title":"Wisdom Of Insecurity","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA classic look at man's search for certainty from the acclaimed expert on Eastern philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this fascinating book, Alan Watts explores man's quest for psychological security, examining our efforts to find spiritual and intellectual certainty in the realms of religion and philosophy. \u003ci\u003eThe Wisdom of Insecurity\u003c\/i\u003e underlines the importance of our search for stability in an age where human life seems particularly vulnerable and uncertain. Watts argues our insecurity is the consequence of trying to be secure and that, ironically, salvation and sanity lie in the recognition that we have no way of saving ourselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlan Watts was the foremost Western expert on Eastern thought, specialising in Zen Buddhism. He was the author of a number of books on the philosophy and psychology of religion, which have continued to be in popular demand over the past forty years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46557116661996,"sku":"9780712695886","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20345473482441.jpg?v=1750181012"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/alan-w-watts.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}