Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh is a prolific author poet teacher scholar & peace activist Yet he is also a master calligrapher distilling ancient Buddhist teachings into simple phrases that resonate with our modern times capturing & expressing his lifetime of meditative insight peace & compassion This book offers a rare opportunity to spend time in the presence of his beautiful creations For Thich Nhat Hanh creating calligraphy is more than creating art it is also a meditative practice He is fully present for every moment from drinking his tea to sitting down & taking a brush & using the tea to make the ink Each calligraphy is made from mindful sitting breathing walking smiling & love