ZEN FLESH, ZEN BONES

The essence of Zen--as a way of life, a religion, an aesthetic--can be found in the works of the Zen canon. Reps draws short stories and vignettes from such classic works as The Gateless Gate and 101 Zen Stories to help listeners come closer to answering the question: What is Zen? Peter Coyote, a student of Zen for more than 20 years, is well suited as a narrator of these tales. He reads in a calm voice with a patience and presence that reflect the Zen concept of mindfulness. To maintain the tranquility of this program, soft meditation bells ring between selections. P.B.J. ©AudioFile, Portland, Maine [Published: MAR/APR 98]