Zen and the Art of Postmodern Philosophy: Two Paths of Liberation from the Representational Mode of Thinking

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The book explores the philosophical intersections and divergences between postmodern thinkers and Zen Buddhist philosophers, focusing on themes like language, skepticism, self, and metaphysics. It analyzes figures such as Dogen and Nishitani alongside Derrida, Lacan, and others, highlighting their shared critique of representational thinking. Despite commonalities in their philosophical challenges, the author emphasizes significant differences, arguing against the simplistic view that these philosophies align. This nuanced examination reveals the complexities in their approaches to understanding reality and the mind.