FAQ About Alan Watts

Alan Watts was a British writer, speaker, and philosopher known for his work in interpreting and popularizing Eastern philosophy for Western audiences. Born on January 6, 1915, in Chislehurst, Kent, England, Watts lived a life dedicated to exploring and explaining the significance of Zen Buddhism, Taoism, and other Eastern philosophies, making them accessible to people in the West. He wrote numerous books and gave hundreds of lectures and audio recordings, which have continued to influence new generations interested in spirituality and meditation.