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Being Black: Zen and the Art of Living with Fearlessness and Grace (Compass)

Being Black: Zen and the Art of Living with Fearlessness and Grace

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Being Black: Zen and the Art of Living with Fearlessness and Grace (Compass)

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There truly is an art to being here in this world, and like any art, it can be mastered. In this elegant, practical book, Angel Kyodo Williams combines the universal wisdom of Buddhism with an inspirational call for self-acceptance and community empowerment. Written by a woman who grew up facing the challenges that confront African-Americans every day, Being Black teaches us how a "warrior spirit" of truth and responsibility can be developed into the foundation for real happiness and personal transformation. With her eloquent, hip, and honest perspective, Williams—a Zen priest, social activist, and entrepreneur—shares personal stories, time-tested teachings, and simple guidelines that invite readers of all faiths to step into the freedom of a life lived with fearlessness and grace.

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Released October 9, 2000
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Angel Kyodo Williams is a writer and avid reader based in the Pacific Northwest. Before pursuing writing full-time, they spent over a decade working in education. When not working on their next book, Angel Kyodo Williams can usually be found hiking with their dog or trying out new coffee shops in their neighborhood.

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