Jeff Bridges Bücher

The perfect gift for fans of The Big Lebowski, Jeff Bridges's "The Dude", and anyone who could use more Zen in their lives. Zen Master Bernie Glassman compares Jeff Bridges’s iconic role in The Big Lebowski to a Lamed-Vavnik: one of the men in Jewish mysticism who are “simple and unassuming,” and “so good that on account of them God lets the world go on.” Jeff puts it another way. “The wonderful thing about the Dude is that he’d always rather hug it out than slug it out.” For more than a decade, Academy Award-winning actor Jeff Bridges and his Buddhist teacher, renowned Roshi Bernie Glassman, have been close friends. Inspiring and often hilarious, The Dude and the Zen Master captures their freewheeling dialogue and remarkable humanism in a book that reminds us of the importance of doing good in a difficult world.

Ask any father, or any daughter--the relationship between dads and daughters is special, and vitally important. To a whole generation of filmgoers, Jeff Bridges is "the Dude," but to a more important group of people he is "Dad." The actor-musician-artist and one of his real-life daughters have teamed up to produce a book to inspire fathers and daughters--and whole families--to find the joy and closeness in their relationships. When Belle announces to Dad that this day is "Daddy Daughter Day," it sparks a series of adventures that turns the house and the backyard into a clay work shop, a beauty parlor, and even a circus, with Mom and little brother Sammie getting involved! Written by Isabelle Bridges-Boesch, and illustrated by Jeff himself, this is a book for daughters, fathers, and families to treasure all their lives!

First released in 1998, the Coen brothers' film initially flopped at the box office but has since garnered a massive cult following, exemplified by Lebowski Fest—a traveling celebration of all things Lebowski. This event, held in bowling alleys, features bowling, costume and trivia contests, live music, movie screenings, and, of course, White Russians. Attendance has surged, drawing attention from major media outlets, with the Associated Press likening it to a "Star Trek" convention but without the stereotypes. Now, fans of the film, known as Achievers, can enjoy a comprehensive book filled with trivia, commentary, and illustrations, including stills from the movie and behind-the-scenes photos by Jeff Bridges. The book features interviews with major and minor cast members, as well as the real-life inspirations for the characters. It also includes a guide to "speaking Achiever," tips for "Dude-ifying" your space, highlights from Lebowski Fest, and much more. This treasure trove is sure to delight both die-hard fans and newcomers alike.

Jeff Bridges uses his Widelux camera to take on-set photos from his filming experiences since the 1980s, offering commentary and photographs, providing an inside look, a static album of the diverse sets and celebrities from his dynamic motion "pictures."

Photographer Salvo Galano embarked on a journey to reveal an unseen face of New York City's homeless population. Over five years, he visited a park near the Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen, where thousands gather daily for food and support. Setting up a makeshift studio, Galano captured the stories of remarkable individuals facing love, loss, and survival. His work, a testament to the human spirit, highlights the integrity and courage of the homeless, challenging the stigma surrounding them. Accompanied by striking statistics, it illustrates that homelessness can affect anyone—from cadets to families and the disabled. Galano emphasizes that "Homeless does not necessarily mean hopeless." The book calls for a new vision to address the crisis, urging society to see vulnerable citizens as individuals deserving compassion. Jeff Bridges notes that understanding the plight of the hungry and homeless requires a shift in perspective. Patrick Markee praises Galano's photographs for breaking through stereotypes and revealing the humanity of those often overlooked. Proceeds from the sales will support the Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen, reinforcing the commitment to helping those in need.

Roshi Tetsugen Bernie Glassman, znany z rozmowy z Jeffem Bridgesem, uczy, jak poprzez duchową transformację i tradycyjną praktykę zen uczynić życie oraz działalność społeczną i biznesową bardziej wspierającymi innych. Jako spadkobierca Dharmy Roshiego Taizana Maezumiego i założyciel Greyston Mandala, Glassman łączy duchowość z praktyką, pomagając najuboższym w Nowym Jorku. Książka zawiera inspirujące nauki, które są głęboko zakorzenione w tradycji zen, oferując praktyczne wskazówki dotyczące społecznego działania. Peter Matthiessen, pisarz i uczeń Glassmana, podkreśla, że tekst jest źródłem wnikliwych nauk, które wytyczają kierunek rozwoju zen w kontekście społecznym. Jacek Santorski, psycholog i adept zen, zwraca uwagę na głęboki duchowy wgląd autora oraz jego praktykę społeczną, oferując recepty na świadome i odpowiedzialne życie. „Pięć dań mądrości” to przewodnik etycznej transformacji, który pomoże liderom odpowiedzialnego biznesu i przedsiębiorcom społecznym w lepszym wykorzystaniu dostępnych zasobów, stając się współczesnymi kucharzami zen.