Description
Paperback cover has some fading and has large stains on cover. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-aged copy of Georges Ohsawa’s seminal work on macrobiotics and longevity bears the patina of a life well-lived. First published in 1965, “Zen Macrobiotics” introduced Western audiences to Ohsawa’s philosophy of achieving physical and spiritual rejuvenation through a balanced diet and lifestyle. Ohsawa, a Japanese philosopher and educator, drew upon ancient Eastern traditions to develop his unique approach to holistic living. This book outlines his principles of yin and yang, the importance of whole, unprocessed foods, and the integration of mind, body, and spirit. Despite its modest appearance, this copy represents a cornerstone of the modern health food movement and a pivotal work in the spread of Eastern philosophies to the West. For collectors, it offers a tangible connection to the countercultural currents of the 1960s and the search for alternative paths to well-being.