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Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance

An Inquiry into Values

by Robert M. Pirsig · 1974 · 540 pages

Jordan Peterson
Jordan Peterson
Bryan Johnson
Bryan Johnson
Paul Graham
Paul Graham
Recommended by 3 elites

Recommended by 3 Elites

Jordan Peterson

Bryan Johnson

Paul Graham

About This Book

A man and his son embark on a cross-country motorcycle trip, which serves as a frame for a series of philosophical 'Chautauquas.' The narrative explores the concept of Quality, the reconciliation of romantic and classical worldviews, and the narrator's personal history with mental health.

Book Details

Published

1974

Pages

540

Language

en

ISBN

9780060839871

Awards & Recognition

National Book Award Finalist (1975)

Audiobook Available

15h 11m
Narrated by Michael Kramer

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