A review by bigbookslilreads
The Way of Zen by Alan Watts

3.0

I have always enjoyed Alan Watts's lectures, so I was hopeful that this book would be in the same line as these. I was already disappointed to know that he didn't narrate it, but putting that aside, I was also wrong in thinking this was a "beginner's guide to Zen". A lot of background knowledge is provided, which can help one get situated regarding the history of Zen. However, so many terms and concepts are used that it was very difficult for me to follow and understand, and I would think others might feel the same. The book ended up dragging for me for this reason.
I would say someone that already is quite familiar with Buddhist vocabulary at least might enjoy reading this more.