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Tao Te Ching

By Lao Tzu
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The Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu is a foundational text of Taoist philosophy, exploring the nature of the Tao, a fundamental principle that represents the flow and balance of the universe. It offers guidance on how to live in harmony with the Tao through simplicity, humility, and compassion. The book emphasises embracing paradoxes, finding balance, and living a life of inner peace and alignment with the natural order.
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You might enjoy this classic text if you are interested in exploring ancient wisdom and philosophy that delves into the art of living harmoniously with nature and understanding the underlying principles of the universe. This book offers profound insights into self-discovery, simplicity, and balance, appealing to those who seek spiritual growth and inner peace.

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Tao Te Ching

Newly illustrated throughout with classical Japanese art.

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Stephen Mitchell's translation of Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching (The Book of the Way) has sold over half a million copies worldwide. In this edition, Mitchell's text is set against ancient Chinese paintings selected by Asian art expert, Dr Stephen Little.

'What is rooted is easy to nourish What is recent is easy to correct' Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching (The Book of the Way) is the classic manual on the art of living. In 81 short, poetic chapters, the book looks at the basic predicament of being alive and teaches how to work for the good with the effortless skill that comes from being in accord with the Tao, or the basic principle of the universe.

Stephen Mitchell's acclaimed translation is accompanied by ancient Chinese paintings that beautifully reflect Lao Tzu's timeless words.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780711236493

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 April 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Frances Lincoln

Illustration: 45 archive illustrations

Contributors:

  • Translated by Stephen Mitchell
  • Translated by Stephen Mitchell
  • Translated by Stephen Mitchell

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 110.0mm

Height: 164.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 96

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About the Author

Stephen Mitchell was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1943. He studied at Amherst, the University of Paris and Yale. His previous books include Dropping Ashes on the Buddha, The Selected Poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke and The Book of Job.

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