The Taoist Classics, Volume One
Author | : Thomas Cleary |
Publisher | : Shambhala Publications |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2003-02-11 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781570629051 |
ISBN-13 | : 1570629056 |
Rating | : 4/5 (056 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Taoist Classics, Volume One written by Thomas Cleary and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2003-02-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of translated texts includes: • Tao Te Ching: Cleary's original translations of the great classic of Taoism, accompanied by his commentary illuminating the text and its context. • Chuang-tzu: The "Inner Teachings" of a widely influential compendium of wisdom stories, fables, and anecdotes. • Wen-tzu: Understanding the Mysteries: Another core text of Chinese Taoism, containing teachings also attributed to the author of the Tao Te Ching. • The Book of Leadership and Strategy: Lessons of the Chinese Masters: One of the great Chinese teachings on the subtle arts of management and leadership at all levels. • Sex, Health, and Long Life: Manuals of Taoist Practice: The techniques contained in these five texts reveal the transformative influence sex can have when wisely practiced.