1970 Happy Day You, Grossman Publishers, NYC
It was in Contemplation of Being, a philosophy seminar at Pitzer College, that I encountered the mind-bending questions of Zen Buddhism. I was intrigued by the idea of the koan as a question or as a statement the meaning of which could not be understood by rational thinking but may be accessible through intuition. After an intensive weekend of reading for the class, in a flash of creative insight, I understood the structure and inner workings of the koan and made ones of my own — with words and images that became my book Happy Day You published in 1970 by Grossman Publishers, New York.
Back in the day, it was marketed for both children and adults – often displayed at the check out counter as a quick gift pick up book. The book was well received in the era when the multi-mix of sensory exploration was of great interest. The koan-like ponderings made for thoughtful and timeless questions appropriate for any age.
What sounds slow? Can you play hide-and-seek with yourself? What is your outer space? Can you follow your shadow? Can you laugh inside all over? Can you echo the movement of the wind? Do you feel lighter than air? What does sound taste like? Can you look at the world in many different ways?
- Language : English
- ISBN-10 : 0670360775
- ISBN-13 : 978-0670360772
- Item Weight : 8 ounces
- Dimensions : 7 x 1 x 5 inches
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