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Alan Watts · Life in Weeks
A British-American philosopher and writer who popularized Eastern philosophy for Western audiences. His books, lectures, and radio broadcasts helped introduce Zen Buddhism, Taoism, and Hinduism to a generation seeking meaning.
Alan Watts: 3,071 weeks
Each box represents one week. Lived weeks Key milestones
Key Milestones
Joined the Buddhist Lodge in London
Published his first book, The Spirit of Zen
Moved to the United States and was ordained as an Episcopal priest
Left the priesthood to pursue secular study of Eastern thought
Published The Way of Zen, a landmark popular introduction to Zen Buddhism
Died at his home on Mount Tamalpais in California
Legacy
Authored more than 25 books including The Way of Zen and The Wisdom of Insecurity, which became cornerstones of the 1960s counterculture. His KPFA radio talks on Eastern philosophy reached millions of listeners.
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