Psychology· United Kingdom
How to meditate
by Lawrence L. LeShanAggregate Editorial Score30/100
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Published 1974English
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Published in 1974, How to meditate established Lawrence L. LeShan as one of the defining voices in psychology. Published in 1974, How to meditate by Lawrence L. LeShan is a fascinating exploration of the human mind and behavior that has changed how we understand ourselves.
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Exploration of the human mind, behaviour, and mental health.
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Lawrence L. LeShan published How to meditate in 1974, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of psychology from United Kingdom. The book's treatment of the human condition accounts for much of its enduring reputation.
Critics and institutions have consistently placed How to meditate among the notable works of its period. Our aggregate score of 30/100 is compiled from 1 editorial sources that range from Nobel and Booker committees to leading literary journals.
The appeal of How to meditate lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of the human condition is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page.
How to meditate reflects Lawrence L. LeShan's place in a wider literary tradition. The book's concerns resonate with United Kingdom's broader cultural preoccupations, even as they reach beyond any single national context.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.
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notable · national
197430
Lawrence L. LeShan is a United Kingdom author whose work in psychology has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.
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