Inspired, unconventional, and more than a little mischievous, An Arrow To The Heart aims not to explain but rather to evoke the essence of the mystery of life. And readers who take the time to savor the offering will soon realize that McLeod hits his target's bullseye.

A commentary like no other, McLeod offers experiential insights into the Heart Sutra that will be of interest to anyone - Buddhist or not - who wonders just what is meant by `Form is emptiness. Emptiness is form.'

The key to understanding this offering, however, is to understand the book's unusual structure. Each of two of the facing interior pages touch on just a word or phrase from the sutra. On the left you'll encounter snippets of poetry, narrative, quotes, and the like. On the right you'll find notes that illuminate what was just put forth. You're then asked to consider it all in light of the particular sutra passage being covered. To some this may sound like work but it is actually a playful construct that brings forth the meaning of the sutra in your own mind.

This approach makes Arrow something to be read and reread since each time it brings forth something new or previously unseen. And, as if anything more were needed, the icing on the cake are the clever illustrations by Dick Allen which provide a visual interpretation to the McLeod's `commentary.'

I am not Buddhist and yet this book spoke to me. Its simplicity and directness stirs something within that engages the reader on many levels. I am surprised and quite pleased to say good things about this small wonderful treasure of a book!