Pirsig, Robert

One of the most influential and provocative books of its generation continues to attract and inspire readers of all ages with its intriguing blend of ancient and Eastern philosophy, cultural criticism, and scientific inquiry.One of the most important and influential books written in the past half-ce... More

'You should read it on the road, on a mountainside, at the bottom of the ocean. It should be a set book in any serious course of any study, so multi-applicable are its intentions. For instance, if you wanted to be a motorcycle mechanic it should be read before any technical material. If you wanted t... More

Acclaimed as one of the most exciting books in the history of American letters, this modern epic became an instant bestseller upon publication in 1974, transforming a generation and continuing to inspire millions. This 25th Anniversary edition features a new introduction by the author; important ty... More

The author who captured the spirit of an entire generation with his classic Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance now takes readers on a voyage of poignant and passionate philosophical exploration. "An intellectual rebel's book . . . the writing of a thoughtful, sensitive social and cultural obs... More

One of the most influential and provocative books of its generation, "Zen & the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance" continues to attract and inspire readers of all ages with its intriguing blend of ancient and Eastern philosophy, cultural criticism, and scientific inquiry.A narration of a summer motorcyc... More