The Wisdom of Insecurity
The Way of Zen
Recommended by: Steve Jobs
Watts introduces Western readers to Zen Buddhism in this influential work. He explains Zen's historical development and core concepts, emphasizing its focus on direct experience over intellectual understanding. The book helped popularize Eastern philosophy in the West during the mid-20th century.
Just So
Recommended by: Andrew Garfield
In "Just So," he cracks all these shells open so delicately and with such insight. The book gently takes the reader along with considering reality, consciousness, regard for interconnection and interrelatedness of life, to ways of how one aligns oneself with the cosmos and accepts the enigma of being.
The Tao of Philosophy
Recommended by: Kevin Simler
Introductions to the principles of Taoism through accessible and engaging philosophical discussion, this work tries to reach deep knowledge about the mysteries of life and postulates a path of inner peace and harmony.