A Gradual Awakening [B1508]

1989 PB in nice clean condition. In this intelligent, accessible work, acclaimed poet and meditation teacher Stephen Levine introduces readers to meditation. Filled with practical guidance and advice-as well as extensive personal recollections-A Gradual Awakening explains the value of meditation as a means of attaining awareness, and provides readers with extensive advice on how establish a practice. Drawing on his own personal experiences with and insights into vipassana meditation, Levine has crafted an inspiring book for anyone interested in deep personal growth.

From recent-ish Amazon/GoodReads reviews: "Solid read, with real insights and helpful practices. I took this book from my Uncle Joe's book collection at his celebration of life after his passing earlier this year. He found Buddhism and meditation later in his life and I'm sure this book brought him some peace."; "This is my first read of a Stephen Levine book. This book made me smile all the way though its short 160 pages. When I got to Stephen Levine's first quote of Don Juan's, the character written about (created) by Carlos Castenada, my smile was from ear to ear. I am 70 years old now, and I too read Castenada's first four books as they came hot off the press: 1968, 1971, 1972, 1974. By 1974 the cat was pretty much outta' the bag, but Truth is Truth no matter where you find it. And I loved those book back then. "A Gradual Awakening" was a pure joy to read."; "Such simple explanation of profound truths, this small book has great rewards."; "Wisdom enough for a lifetime. This is a book I will be returning to over and over again. It crystallized many concepts I have been working with for years and gave rise to new opportunities (and challenges!) I will spend the rest of my life working with. I think it is 100% worth studying, learning from and practicing."