Wisdom Of Insecurity

A Message for an Age of Anxiety

Alan W Watts

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Rider & Co
01 October 1987

Philosophy; Zen Buddhism; Psychology; Mind, Body, Spirit: thought & practice

A classic look at man's search for certainty from the acclaimed expert on Eastern philosophy

A classic look at man's search for certainty from the acclaimed expert on Eastern philosophy

In

this fascinating book, Alan Watts explores man's quest for

psychological security, examining our efforts to find spiritual and

intellectual certainty in the realms of religion and philosophy. The Wisdom of Insecurity underlines

the importance of our search for stability in an age where human life

seems particularly vulnerable and uncertain.

Watts argues our insecurity

is the consequence of trying to be secure and that, ironically,

salvation and sanity lie in the recognition that we have no way of

saving ourselves.

Alan Watts was the foremost Western expert on Eastern thought,

specialising in Zen Buddhism. He was the author of a number of books on

the philosophy and psychology of religion, which have continued to be in

popular demand over the past forty years.

By: Alan W Watts
Imprint: Rider & Co
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 4th Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 135mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 149g
ISBN: 9780712695886
ISBN 10: 0712695885
Pages: 144
Publication Date: 01 October 1987
Recommended Age: From 0 years
Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , General/trade , Undergraduate , Primary
Replaced By: 9780712671316
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Alan Watts was a British philosopher, writer and speaker who was best known for his expertise in Eastern philosophies including Zen Buddhism and Taoism. He wrote over 25 books and numerous articles on subjects such as personal identity, the true nature of reality, higher consciousness, the meaning of life, concepts and images of God and the non-material pursuit of happiness.