The creative way the author weaves his own observations with the created wisdom of the Bonsai Master breathes life into a simple but sound philosophy for living life. It's multi-levels (of meaning) make it relevant for everyone.

Yamashita's philosophy is a call to action. Just being conscious of all the intelligences begins to make a difference.

I read the book very quickly, but I've found I return to it time and again and specific readings will mean something different to me depending on what's happening in my life at the time.