A brief insight into the manufacturing processes of a couple of mostly Kyoto-based craftsmen. A foreign craftsman is covered but Japanese skilfulness and process is the main concern. The book has lots of step-by-step images and aims to allow people to attempt some of these arts at home. Good luck with that shakuhachi. While only an overview, Lowe's book provides a lovely snap of some disappearing industries.
Focusing on the theme of contrasts, the poems explore the interplay between opposing forces such as good and bad, beauty and fragility, ultimately celebrating the profound union found in human love. John Lowe's work has been recognized for its succinct and thoughtful examination of struggle and difference, highlighting the complexity of relationships and emotions. Through these intersections, the poems invite readers to reflect on the delicate balance of life’s dualities.
The book explores the decline of the church's vision for nurturing the whole person, emphasizing the importance of love and community among its members. Drawing from the author's thirty-one years of experience and spiritual growth, it highlights a shift from a powerful expression of God's love to a more blessed but disconnected environment. The aim is to inspire church members to collaborate and revive the original vision that Jesus Christ intended, encouraging a return to genuine love and purpose within the church community.