Zen and the Art of Consciousness

Susan Blackmore

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Oneworld Publications
23 February 2011

Religion & beliefs; Zen Buddhism

Susan Blackmore combines the latest scientific theories about mind, self, and consciousness with a lifetime’s practice of Zen.

Framed by ten critical questions that are derived from Zen’s teachings, Zen and the Art of Consciousness explores how intellectual enquiry and meditation can expand your understanding and experience of consciousness and tackle some of today’s greatest scientific mysteries.

By: Susan Blackmore
Imprint: Oneworld Publications
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 218g
ISBN: 9781851687985
ISBN 10: 185168798X
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 23 February 2011
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dr Susan Blackmore, psychologist and writer, has previously researched and written on consciousness, free will, memes, and anomalous experiences. She balances writing, blogging, broadcasting, and lecturing with regularly practising Zen. She is the acclaimed author of The Meme Machine.

Reviews for Zen and the Art of Consciousness

I do recommend this book both to Susan Blackmore's many admirers and her detractors. * Journal of Consciousness Studies * Should be compulsory reading for anyone in consciousness studies and certainly on every psychology course. * The Scientific and Medical Network * Sue Blackmore's formidable intellect and clarity of approach is complemented by a warm and self-deprecating sense of humour. * Psychologist,The *