The Gods Drink Whiskey - by Stephen T Asma (Paperback)

About the Book

This funny, action-packed travelogue through Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Sri Lanka introduces readers to the basics of Buddhism in a way that could not be more entertaining, nor more thought-provoking. This is a "Year of Living Dangerously" that provides a compelling look into the clash of civilizations in a little-known corner of our shrinking world.

From the Back Cover

Buddhism, Booze, and the Four Noble Truths

Review Quotes

"A must-read for anyone with spiritual stirrings who finds organized religion wanting and Buddhism, American-style, deeply flawed." - Seattle Times

"This may be an account of the ultimate intellectual hippie road trip." - Dallas Morning News

"Gods is a raw, heartbreaking confluence of religion and adventure rarely encountered in works of nonfiction these days." - Shambhala Sun

"Candid, funny, and insightful . . . an enjoyable read for both the practicing Buddhist and the casual seeker." - Beliefnet.com

"Target audience: Seekers of enlightenment and marijuana pizza . . . [The Gods Drink Whiskey] is Buddhism 101 and a fascinating look at a land where every day is a challenge." - Washington Post

"Intense and revelatory . . . an electrifying and frank mix of hair-rising anecdotes and expert analysis." - Booklist