John Stevens

The Art of Peace

• by
• Morihei Ueshiba

The inspirational teachings in this collection show that the real way of the warrior is based on compassion, wisdom, fearlessness, and love of nature. The teachings are drawn from the talks and writings of Morihei Ueshiba, founder of the popular…  Read More

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The Art of Peace

• by
• Morihei Ueshiba

The real way of the warrior is based on compassion, wisdom, fearlessness, and love of nature. So taught the great Morihei Ueshiba (1883–1969), founder of the Japanese martial art of Aikido. Aikido is a disciple Ueshiba called the…  Read More

• Paperback

Budo Secrets

Teachings of the Martial Arts Masters

• edited by
• John Stevens

In budo—which can be translated as "the way of brave and enlightened activity"—martial arts and spirituality merge at the highest level of skill. Budo Secrets contains the essential teachings of budo's greatest masters of Kendo, Karate, Judo, Aikido,…  Read More

• eBook

Dewdrops on a Lotus Leaf

Zen Poems of Ryokan

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• Ryokan

The Japanese poet-recluse Ryokan (1758–1831) is one of the most beloved figures of Asian literature, renowned for his beautiful verse, exquisite calligraphy, and eccentric character. Deceptively simple, Ryokan's poems transcend artifice, presenting spontaneous expressions of pure Zen spirit. Like his…  Read More

• Paperback

One Robe, One Bowl

The Zen Poetry of Ryokan

• by
• John Stevens

The hermit-monk Ryokan, long beloved in Japan both for his poetry and for his character, belongs in the tradition of the great Zen eccentrics of China and Japan. His reclusive life and celebration of nature and the natural life also…  Read More