Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values
Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1974
Book Brief
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Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1974Novel • Fiction
American Midwest • 1960s
1974
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values by Robert M. Pirsig bridges philosophy and a father-son motorcycle trip. Pirsig explores concepts of quality and existential questions, blending narrative with philosophical discourse on how people perceive and live in the world, offering a unique take on life's meaning and human values.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values by Robert M. Pirsig is celebrated for its philosophical exploration and narrative depth, blending technical details with a quest for meaning. Critics praise its intellectual rigor and emotional resonance, though some find the heavy philosophical content challenging. Ideal for readers seeking profound reflection.
Who Should Read Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values?
A reader who enjoys `Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values` by Robert M. Pirsig is likely a philosophical thinker drawn to introspective journeys and metaphysical exploration. Comparable to readers of `Siddhartha`, `The Tao of Pooh`, or `Shop Class as Soulcraft`, they appreciate deeper meaning interwoven with practical experiences.
Novel • Fiction
American Midwest • 1960s
1974
Adult
18+ years
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