The book could be subtitled "Look at Me, I'm a Zen Rebel". It's annoying and tedious. Not suprising when someone who's job it is to make you believe you need stuff you don't tries to sell you on his enlightenment. Better to try "Triumph of the Sparrow: Zen Poems of Shinkichi Takahashi".

This book is for every person who seeks balance amidst the hectic chaos of life. The author provides a humorous and dynamic example of how one can live life boldly and lustfully in this rush-hour world and still seek enlightenment and calmness of mind. Ken Taub's ability to find humor and humility in the telling of his own journey will resonate with anyone who has ever been a rebel at heart, yet wishes to find the middle path.