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You’re referring to a combined edition of Osho’s The Book of Man and The Book of Woman, published by Penguin Ananda in India, featuring over 500 pages of recorded discourses on masculinity and femininity—spanning stages of life, identity, love, work, and spiritual awakening.The Book of Man :Explores the evolution of the “ideal man” — from Adam to Slave, Son, Homosexual, Priest, Politician, up to Rebel or Zorba (the perfectly balanced man of body and soul).Delves into societal conditioning, power dynamics, and the suppressed emotional life of men.Rich in anecdotes and Q&A format, offering a mix of storytelling and philosophical insight.The Book of Woman :Approaches womanhood not from biological or societal roles, but as "consciousness" or awareness.Critiques marriage and family institutions as restrictive, urging women to embrace their unique feminine qualities instead of imitating masculine traits.Encourages use of creativity, intuition, and love as transformative powers, and redefines aging, beauty, and body as spiritual expressions.Should You Read It?Yes, if you're seeking a Q&A‐style exploration of masculine and feminine identity from a spiritual/mystical perspective.Perhaps skip or read critically, if you're looking for deeply original insights or fresh writing—some readers find it repetitive if familiar with Osho’s broader work.Alternatives for Further Exploration :Love, Freedom, Aloneness,Awareness,,Fear,The Book of SecretsMany readers on Reddit cite these as more transformative or engaging as foundational Osho titles.Final Thoughts :If your interest lies in exploring identity through Osho’s unique blend of mysticism, humor, and psychological insight, this set serves as a solid introduction to his views on gender and consciousness. Yet, for depth or originality, you may prefer his other major works. Curious to explore specific themes—like relationships, creativity, or self-awareness—in more depth? I’m happy to pull key passages or suggest discourses.