Tag Archives: Trevanian

When Does Boyhood End?

Posted on February 21, 2021 by Ron Pavellas

Over the years, I have read and re-read these books: Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert Pirsig Journey to Ixtlan by Carlos Castaneda Shibumi by Trevanian Warrior’s Way by Robert de Ropp (I have read this book … Continue reading →

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Shibumi

Posted on June 24, 2009 by Ron Pavellas

…(A)n ineffable quality…great refinement underlying commonplace appearances. Thus, on page 74 of my paperback copy of the book Shibumi, does the author, Trevanian (1931-2003), through the character General Kishikawa Takashi, begin to describe to young Nicholai Alexandrovitch Hel the nature … Continue reading →

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