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The Zen of Cat - by Carla Francis (Paperback)
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- An A-Z of Japanese concepts as reflected in cats, such as annei (peace and tranquillity), mottainai (regret over waste), and oubaitōri (never comparing oneself to others) There's no doubt cats are a meaningful feature of Japanese life: from folklore to fashion, they've left a giant paw print on the culture.
- About the Author: Carla Francis is a writer whose work has been extensively featured across the UK and Australia, including on ABC and SBS radio, in the Daily Telegraph, Herald Sun, the Courier Mail, Dogs Life, Gold Coast Bulletin and CatWorld.
- 272 Pages
- Philosophy, Zen
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An A-Z of Japanese concepts as reflected in cats, such as annei (peace and tranquillity), mottainai (regret over waste), and oubaitōri (never comparing oneself to others) There's no doubt cats are a meaningful feature of Japanese life: from folklore to fashion, they've left a giant paw print on the culture. It's believed that felines first appeared in Japan with the arrival of Buddhism via China in around 552, when their main role was to stop vermin from damaging scriptures. But what can we learn from these philosophical felines? Surely they can teach us a thing or two, through the wisdom gleaned over the centuries residing in ancient temples and co-existing with artists, courtesans, monks and writers. The Zen of Cat is interwoven with stories and facts about cats, Japan and Zen philosophy. Carla Francis includes discussions with Japanese cat lovers, and invites reflection and 'mindful mewsings' on life through an A-Z of Japanese words to inspire. Cats are unburdened by worry. They maintain an enviable equilibrium. Maybe we can too?About the Author
Carla Francis is a writer whose work has been extensively featured across the UK and Australia, including on ABC and SBS radio, in the Daily Telegraph, Herald Sun, the Courier Mail, Dogs Life, Gold Coast Bulletin and CatWorld. She has also contributed to the Japan Times.Dimensions (Overall): 7.8 Inches (H) x 5.7 Inches (W) x 1.2 Inches (D)
Weight: .5 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 272
Genre: Philosophy
Sub-Genre: Zen
Publisher: MacMillan Australia
Format: Paperback
Author: Carla Francis
Language: English
Street Date: September 3, 2024
TCIN: 1006101694
UPC: 9781761266522
Item Number (DPCI): 247-50-2561
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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