Dinner with Buddha A Novel

Dinner with Buddha A Novel by Roland Merullo, published by Algonquin Books on April 26, 2016, is a reprint edition comprising 368 pages in English. The narrative follows Otto Ringling, who, after a fulfilling first fifty years, finds himself seeking deeper understanding in life. He turns to Volya Rinpoche, a wise spiritual leader, and together they embark on a journey across America, navigating the complexities of existence and exploring themes of love and gratitude.
Readers will find a blend of fiction and philosophy as the story unfolds through the lens of Otto and Rinpoche’s road trip. This journey not only serves as a backdrop for their discussions but also highlights the challenges and revelations that arise when confronting life’s uncertainties. The book delves into the philosophical aspects of Buddhist thought, offering insights into acceptance and the human experience. Through their adventures, the characters engage with various aspects of life, making this narrative both amusing and thought-provoking.
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If life is a journey–with detours, paths from which to choose, and myriad roadblocks to overcome–then Otto Ringling is most certainly on the journey of a lifetime. His first fifty or so years were pretty good. He felt he had it all, until one day he didn’t.
Seeking understanding, he calls on Volya Rinpoche, a wise man and spiritual leader. A man who accepts the world as it comes to him, a man without pride or vanity. But Rinpoche, as it turns out, is experiencing his own time of doubt. In hopes of finding answers to life’s mysteries, the two embark on a journey through America, an amusing and enlightening road trip that becomes a lesson in love and gratitude.
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