Zen in the Art of Archery

This classic work details a German philosophy professor's experiences studying Japanese archery under a Zen master. Over the course of six years, the author explores how physical discipline and the practice of archery lead to mental transformation and the release of conscious control. The book presents a personal account of traditional Japanese training methods and their philosophical underpinnings. It serves as an influential introduction to the intersection of Eastern spirituality and physical mastery.

by Eugen Herrigel

O. W. Barth Bei Scherz · First published 1948 · 94 pages