Autumn Light

Autumn Light My Fifty Years in Zen is one woman's witness to the half-century when Zen Buddhism took root in the West. Told in the intimate voice of a dharma friend, Autumn Light weaves Norton's life experiences with the Zen teachings and practice that sustained her through many life challenges.

AUTUMN LIGHT is the ideal bedside book for the thoughtful reader. It is inspirational without being shallow. Its insightful anecdotes, stories, and fables are sometimes poignant, often humorous, and always thought provoking. The author converses with the reader, sharing her often intimate musings and observations in a direct, frank, and

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