"Zen in the Art of Archery" by Eugen Herrigel is a classic work that explores the spiritual dimensions of Zen Buddhism through the lens of kyūdō, or Japanese archery. Originally published in 1948, this short yet profound book chronicles Herrigel's personal journey as a German philosophy professor who studied Zen and archery in Japan during the 1920s.
Zen in the Art of Archery remains a timeless exploration of the intersection between art, discipline, and spiritual practice. Its insights continue to resonate with those seeking a deeper understanding of mindfulness, mastery, and the transcendence of ego.
