Robert Pirsig's 'Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance'
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A 15 page review of the 1974 book by Robert Persig. Explores the concept of perception and how it relates to the ancient philosophy of Zen. Illuminates Persig's concern with the decline in American values and in systems such as our educational system. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: Zenart.rtf

Robert Pirsig's 'Lila' / Metaphysics Of Quality
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A 5 page analysis of the concepts presented by Pirsig as they relate to what he calls 'dynamic quality.' No additional sources cited.
Filename: Lila.wps

An Interpretation of Yeats’ “Sailing to Byzantium”
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A 6 page review of one of Yeats’ most spiritually moving poem. The author analyzes the symbolism employed by Yeats to present the contention that Yeats’ intent was to impart a sense of spiritual awareness, of the fragility of life in our worldly form, of the power of the many mystical forces of our universe, and the concepts of reincarnation and life in the afterworld. Bibliography lists 4 sources. PPyeats2.rtf
Filename: PPyeats2.rtf