Zen and Artificial Intelligence, and Other Philosophical Musings by a Student of Zen Buddhism

This collection of philosophical essays by a student of Zen Buddhism synthesizes aspects of Western culture and science with the author’s insights from his Zen practice, revealing understandings into both. The book discusses a wide and provocative range of topics including Zen and The Lord of the Rings trilogy; Zen and artificial intelligence; Zen and the Postmodern condition; Zen and Christian afterlife; Zen and the problematic questions of free will and morality; and Zen and the nature of consciousness, among others.

This is a book that will appeal to anyone interested in challenging ideas and who enjoys engaging writing.