Perceiving Ordinary Magic: Science and Intuitive Wisdom

Hayward, Jeremy W.

ISBN 10: 0394727045 / ISBN 13: 9780394727042

Published by New Science Library, Boulder, Colorado, 1984

Boulder, CO: New Science Library, 1984. 1st soft cover edition, 2nd printing, VG/. Paperback some wear to corners, scraping to some edges, wear to some page edges. A few b & w illustrations and diagrams. Includes chapter notes and index. "Interweaves physics, neurophysiology and meditation to broaden our understanding of the way perception works, showing how to go beyond the limits of conditioning and habitual pattern. How Buddhism and science can be seen from this encompassing perspective.". Seller Inventory # 005206

Synopsis:

This book offers penetrating insight into the nature and process of perception through a skillful interweaving of the concepts of the new physics, evolutionary biology, and cognitive psychology with the profound insights of meditative traditions. We are shown how we may go beyond the harsh and narrow limits of beliefs and habitual patterns of thought and behavior to awaken fresh perception that is fearless and compassionate, experiencing the sacredness of the ordinary world.

About the Author: Jeremy Hayward is international education director of Shambhala Training. He is author of Letters to Vanessa: On Love, Science, and Awareness in an Enchanted World and Shifting Worlds, Changing Minds: Where the Sciences and Buddhism Meet. He teaches warriorship retreats around the world.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Perceiving Ordinary Magic: Science and ...
Publisher: New Science Library, Boulder, Colorado
Publication Date: 1984
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: Published w/out dj
Edition: 1st Edition