Which is the best book on the practice of Zen Buddhism?
The best available book on the practice of Zen Buddhism – meditation and other techniques – is: “Taking the Path of Zen” by Robert Aitken Roshi Aitken Roshi is a senior Western teacher (he’s in his 90s) and was the first Westerner to be authorized as a Zen master. This book provides a clear guide to many aspects of Zen training. https://www.amazon.com/dp/0865470804?tag… There are two other books that have had a great deal of influence on the development of Zen in the West: “Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind” by Shunryu Suzuki Roshi This book has more influence on the development of Buddhism in the West than any other. It’s a classic. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1590302672?tag… “D
