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The Tao of Pooh 40th Anniversary Gift Edition

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The Tao of Pooh 40th Anniversary Gift Edition by Benjamin Hoff offers a charming and accessible introduction to the principles of Taoism, using the beloved character Winnie-the-Pooh as an example of Taoist simplicity and spontaneity. Through playful dialogue and anecdotes, the book illustrates how Pooh's childlike curiosity and natural intuition embody the essence of a Taoist philosophical approach to life, making profound concepts delightful and easy to understand.
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You might enjoy this delightful blend of Eastern philosophy and the beloved tales of a classic bear, offering insights into the simplicity and wisdom of Taoist principles through familiar, charming characters. This book may appeal to you if you appreciate the art of living simply and enjoy philosophical concepts presented in an engaging, relatable manner.

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The Tao of Pooh 40th Anniversary Gift Edition

“What’s this you’re writing?… asked Pooh, climbing onto the writing table.
“The Tao of Pooh,… I replied.
“The how of Pooh?… asked Pooh, smudging one of the words I had just written.
“The Tao of Pooh,… I replied, poking his paw away with my pencil.
“It seems more like ow! of Pooh,… said Pooh, rubbing his paw.

Celebrating 40 years of the adult self-help bestseller guide inspired by the classic children’s series

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“What’s this you’re writing?… asked Pooh, climbing onto the writing table.
The Tao of Pooh,… I replied.
“The how of Pooh?… asked Pooh, smudging one of the words I had just written.
The Tao of Pooh,… I replied, poking his paw away with my pencil.
“It seems more like ow! of Pooh,… said Pooh, rubbing his paw.

“Well, it’s not,… I replied huffily.
“What’s it about?… asked Pooh, leaning forward and smearing another word.
“It’s about how to stay happy and calm under all circumstances!… I yelled.
“Have you read it?… asked Pooh…

…Winnie-the-Pooh has a certain way about him, a way of doing things that has made him the world's most beloved bear, and Pooh's Way, as Benjamin Hoff brilliantly demonstrates, seems strangely close to the ancient Chinese principles of Taoism.

Follow the Pooh Way in this humorous and enlightening introduction to Taoism, with classic decorations by E.H. Shepard throughout. Over a million copies sold to date.

This deluxe anniversary edition is a beautiful gift for any fans of this classic title or everyone’s favourite bear.

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Incorporating elements of Taoism with the beloved characters of Winnie the Pooh, the book is praised for its wisdom and charm. Reviewers appreciate how it allows adults to rediscover the charm of Pooh while offering profound insights into Taoist philosophy. Notably, its unique approach has captured the hearts of readers, including notable figures like Meghan Markle.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008529543

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 10 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Farshore

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by E. H. Shepard

Audience: General / adult, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 141.0mm

Height: 222.0mm

Weight: 310g

Pages: 176

About the Author

Benjamin Hoff is the author of The Tao of Pooh and The Te of Piglet, both of which explain the Chinese philosophy of Taoism through the characters created by A.A.Milne.

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