By Norman Waddell, translator. This collection of six diverse and independent works contains five pieces never translated into English before, some of which have been until quite recently unknown, even in Japan. one piece offers the most detailed biographical account of his life, and another is his earliest spiritual autobiography. A rich and various collection, these offerings will be important for seasoned practitioners as well as attractive to newcomers to Zen and spiritual seekers of all faiths. 224 pp., hc.