Abstract: Professor Qiu Zihua's book regards Postmodernism and Zen thought as a universal spiritual phenomenon of humankind and offers quite a few innovative ideas about the philosophical and aesthetic exchanges and communications among China, the West, and India. His reflections on the study of contemporary Chinese aesthetics, his interpretation of paradoxical thinking, his analysis of postmodern art, and his criticism of contemporary Chinese academic thinking are highly creative and enlightening. This paper argues that Postmodernism and Zen differ significantly because of their cultural traditions and theoretical features. The study of Postmodernism and Zen should be deepened into their implications for modern life and values.

Key words: Postmodernism, Zen, modern art, Zen Spirit and the “Family Resemblance” of Postmodernist Spirit