A pocket-sized presentation of the three most venerated Buddhist sutras of Zen Buddhism: the Heart Sutra, Diamond Sutra, and Platform Sutra, featuring easy-to-understand translations and helpful footnotes—all from a legendary practitioner and translator of Buddhist teachingsThree classic Buddhist sutras—often linked to form a trio of texts that have been revered and studied for centuries—are now available together in this single volume. Red Pine, whose acclaimed tr...

A preeminent translator of Chinese poetry and Buddhist texts explores the traditions of Chinese hermits in the aftermath of the Cultural Revolution.A fascinating slice of Chinese life for armchair travelers—with insights into the history of Taoism, Buddhism, and Zen in modern China.In 1989, Bill Porter, having spent much of his life studying and translating Chinese religious and philosophical texts, began to wonder if the Buddhist hermit tr...

**WINNER OF THE 2018 THORNTON WILDER PRIZE FOR TRANSLATIONA masterful translation of the Diamond Sutra, an essential Zen Buddhist scripture—with insightful commentary and helpful historical context**Zen Buddhism is often said to be a practice of mind–to–mind transmission without reliance on texts—in fact, some great teachers forbid their students to read or write. But Buddhism has also inspired some of the greatest philosophical writings of any religion, and two such works ...

Discover the most influential Buddhist sutra in the Mahayana Buddhism tradition—from one of the world’s preeminent translators of religious texts.Simplified organization, helpful glossaries, and word-for-word analysis make understanding Buddhist scripture easier than ever.The Heart Sutra is Buddhism in a nutshell. It has had the most profound and wide–reaching influence of any text in Buddhism. This short text covers more of the Buddha’s te...

9 translations of Zen Buddhist sutras and sacred texts from the first 1,000 years of Zen—presented in a travel-friendly package for on-the-go reading or contemplation!Dating from the middle of the second century B.C. to the middle of the ninth century A.D., Zen Roots includes:• The Heart Sutra, Diamond Sutra, and Platform Sutra• Selections from the Vimalakirti and Lankavatara sutras• Bodhidharma’s Principles & Practice...

An accessible translation of Hui-neng’s autobiography and teachings, completing the classic triumvirate of Zen (Ch’an) Buddhist sutrasIt is often linked with The Heart Sutra and The Diamond Sutra to form a trio of texts that have been revered and studied for centuries. However, unlike the other sutras, which transcribe the teachings of the Buddha himself, The Platform Sutra presents the autobiography of Hui–neng, the controversial 6th Pat...

"A travel writer with a cult following."-The New York Times"There are very few westerners who could successfully cover so much territory in China, but Porter pulls it off. Finding Them Gone uniquely draws upon his parallel careers as a translator and a travel writer in ways that his previous books have not. A lifetime devoted to understanding Chinese culture and spirituality blossoms within its pages to create something truly rare."-The Los An...

Red Pine: recipient of fellowships from the National Endowment of the Arts and Guggenheim Memorial FoundationWinner of multiple honors, most recently the Thornton Wilder Prize for Translation from the Academy of Arts and Letters (2018)Regarded as one of the best translators of Chinese works; has translated works from 1983 to 2021This volume includes 24 B&W imagesThis volume includes Chinese history and poems by popular Chinese poets Cold Mounta...

Sam lives a simple, quiet existence in his remote, Canadian cabin. Sure he might be bored, sure he might talk to trees sometimes, sure he spends the majority of his time just trying to survive the brutal winters, but he's happy. Pretty much. That is until all the animals around him start killing themselves. And that is until he befriends a talking, 600 pound Canadian Grizzly bear, and together they set out on a booze fueled adventure that starts as an escape across the Canadian wilderness ...

ATTENTION SERIOUS BASEBALL FANS!In 1937, a mysterious red pine box is discovered in a basement storage area in Yankee Stadium. The secret contents could impact the history of baseball and the new Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, NY. This story relates the progression of Cal Gregor from Little Rock high school and Moose Lodge baseball to the Yankee Organization and his involvement with the red pine box, the Village of Cooperstown, and the fanatic A.D.S.A Baseba...

This epic Western tale revolves around gun-for-hire Tom Griffin. When he reluctantly decides to take one more job, he gets much more than he bargained for. The job becomes a moral dilemma, and Griffin chooses to save the target he was hired to help kill. What follows is a journey packed with action, drama, suspense, and revenge. Historically accurate and colorful, this page-turner will take you away to a violent, unforgiving, yet hopeful era of United States history

Navigating the uncertainty of a divided China wracked by warfare and corruption, Tao Yuanming’s poetry—expertly translated by Red Pine—chooses the path walked by China’s ancient sages, finding joy in living a simple life.The latest work in Red Pine’s rich career of translation, Choosing to be Simple: Collected Poems of Tao Yuanming, is a definitive portrait of the early Chinese politician and poet. Thoroughly researched and beautifully translated, this bil...