How to Practice Zazen by Gudo Nishijima & Joe Langdon (First Edition, 1976)

A scarce early English-language guide to Zazen (Zen seated meditation) by Japanese Soto Zen teacher Gudo Wafu Nishijima, written with Joe Langdon. Published in Japan by Bukkyosha Ltd. in November 1976, this is the stated first edition.

Nishijima became an influential modern interpreter of Soto Zen and the teachings of Dōgen. This compact illustrated volume provides practical instruction in Zazen along with historical and philosophical context, including images of Gautama Buddha and Zen master Kodo Sawaki.

Condition: Very Good. Original illustrated hardcover boards remain clean and attractive, with light shelf/edge wear, minor rubbing and a little wear at the corners and spine ends. Binding appears sound and tight. Interior pages are clean and well preserved, with only light age toning. A particularly nice surviving copy of this uncommon 1976 first edition.