Manual of Zen Buddhism

Daisetsu Teitaro Suzuki, a pivotal figure in introducing Zen and Shin Buddhism to the West, authored numerous influential books and essays. His extensive translations of Chinese, Japanese, and Sanskrit literature enriched the understanding of Far Eastern philosophy. Suzuki's academic career included significant teaching roles at Western universities and a long-term professorship at a Japanese Buddhist institution, highlighting his commitment to bridging Eastern and Western thought.