"Awakenings reveals the spiritual wisdom of East Asia. Each photograph accompanied by the thoughts of great masters, including Confucius, Lao Tzu, Dogen Zenji, Shonin Shinran, D. T. Suzuki, Gao Xingjian, and the Buddha. These words continue to enrich our lives with thoughts on nature, self-awareness, family, and society. From captivating temples in Thailand, to Zen gardens in Japan, Awakenings teaches, the wisdom of the East."