Writing the Spirit of Zen - Japan Calligraphy Association Japan Calligraphy Association: Writing the Spirit of Zen, Complete 2 Volumes, Calligraphy Masterpiece Series Volume 1: Seeking the Way Volume 2: Peace of Mind As shown in the uploaded photos. They have been carefully stored and are generally in good condition, but please understand that they are stored items and may show signs of age. Volume 1, titled "Seeking the Way," selects sixty Zen phrases that serve as a guide for living in a confusing era. Masters such as Hirotsugu Ishihito, Daizo Eguchi, Keisetsu Okada, Setsuzan Tanaka, and Kosen Yoshikawa, who are active on the front lines of the modern calligraphy world, have brilliantly rendered these Zen phrases in styles and formats befitting their profound meanings. Furthermore, all works are accompanied by detailed instruction on techniques and compositional points, with photographic and illustrated explanations. The book also clearly explains the Zen teachings contained within each Zen phrase and interesting anecdotes about Zen monks. Volume 2, "Peace of Mind," selects fifty-four Zen phrases to enrich daily life. Following Volume 1, masters Hirotsugu Ishihito, Daizo Eguchi, Keisetsu Okada, Setsuzan Tanaka, and Kosen Yoshikawa have brilliantly rendered these phrases. This volume also provides detailed instruction on techniques and compositional points for all works, with photographic and illustrated explanations. Additionally, to allow for the Zen phrases to be displayed as a guide for daily life, twenty small-format works—including shikishi (colored paper), kaishi (paper for tea ceremony), and fan surfaces—are included, along with explanations of the points for creating small works. As shown in the uploaded photos.