In "On Having No Head," Douglas Edison Harding embarks on an extraordinary exploration of self-perception and enlightenment, challenging readers to reconsider the very essence of their existence. With the precision of a philosopher and the insight of a mystic, Harding shares his revelatory experience of "headlessness"—a profound, immediate awareness of one’s true, boundless self, unconfined by the physical limits or the misleading perceptions of the mind. This groundbreaking work, first published in 1961, invites us on a transformative journey to see beyond the illusion of our separateness, to a direct and unmediated experience of reality as it is, devoid of any artificial constructs. Harding's narrative is both a personal account and a practical guide, drawing on the wisdom of Zen and parallels from various spiritual traditions to illuminate the path to enlightenment. "On Having No Head" offers not just philosophical insights but practical exercises, making the elusive experience of "no-self" accessible to anyone willing to approach the world with a fresh perspective. This book is not merely to be read; it is to be experienced, offering the keys to unlocking a state of freedom, clarity, and profound joy, by rediscovering the simplicity and immediacy of our true nature.