LaoTzu

Tao Te Ching

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ISBN 13:
9781590305461
author:
LaoTzu
format:
HardBack
publisher:
Shambhala Publications Inc
language:
English
Publication Year:
2007
Pages:
144
Dimensions:
133mm X 203mm
Genre:
Taoism
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£16.41

Description

The Tao Te Ching is a profound and enigmatic text that distills the essence of the Taoist philosophy. This beautifully illustrated edition presents the original masterpiece in its most faithful translation, allowing the reader to experience the power and beauty of the text in its purest form. A unique feature of this edition is the opportunity to engage with the text in a new way. Each of the eighty-one chapters is accompanied by a highlighted line, along with the original Chinese characters and their transliteration. The reader can then turn to the glossary to translate the line on their own, deepening their understanding of the text and its many nuances. This edition is enhanced by striking ink paintings by Stephen Addiss and an introduction by renowned Asia scholar Burton Watson, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to explore the wisdom of the Tao Te Ching.

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