“A very enjoyable meditation on the curious thing called 'Zen' -not the Japanese religious tradition but rather the Western clich of Zen that is embraced in advertising, self-help books, and much more. . . . Yamada, who is both a scholar of Buddhism and a student of archery, offers refreshing insight into Western stereotypes of Japan and Japanese culture, and how these are received in Japan.”
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Alexander Gardner
Alexander Gardner was a renowned American photographer, best known for his photographs during the American Civil War. His work documented the harsh realities of the war and had a profound impact on history. more
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