Tao Te Ching
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The acclaimed translation of Taoism’s founding text in a beautiful Penguin Classics Deluxe editionThe most translated book in the world after the Bible, the Tao Te Ching, or ‘Book of the Way’, is the essential text of Taoism, one of the three great religions of China. Through aphorisms and parable, it guides its readers toward the Tao, or the ‘Way’: living in harmony with the life force of the universe. Traditionally attributed to Lao Tzu, a Chinese philosopher who was a contemporary of Confucius, it offers a practical model for living based on modesty, self-restraint and balance and is an insightful guide for anyone seeking to open their minds, free their thoughts, and attain greater self-awareness.John Minford’s celebrated translation emphasises the calm, meditative quality of the Tao Te Ching, as well as its use as a guide to everyday living. This edition is accompanied by illuminating commentary and interpretation, as well as beautifully illustrated Chinese characters.

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Weight 0.411 kg
Dimensions 2.3 × 14.5 × 21.2 cm
PubliCanadanadation City/Country

USA
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Paperback
Language

Pages

368
Publisher

Year Published

2021-8-5
Imprint

Publication City/Country

London, United Kingdom
ISBN 10

0143133802

A lucid translation by one of the most famous translators of Chinese into English
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Ancient wisdom for those facing twenty-first-century perplexities . . . Minford writes for ordinary people seeking guidance in everyday life . . . In simple but resonantly phrased language, he somehow does unfold the Tao's message

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