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Being Black: Zen and the Art of Living with Fearlessness and Grace

Teaches African Americans ways to integrate Eastern philosophy into daily life by serving others, meditating, and tapping into the warrior-spirit in order to lead a more meaningful life.

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 288 pages

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