Lieh-tzu: A Taoist Guide to Practical Living

by Eva Wong (Translator)

Overview

A renowned Taoist scholar offers a conversational and modern-day translation of Lieh-tzu's masterwork, one of the most important texts in Taoism

Lieh-tzu is a collection of stories and philosophical musings of a sage of the same name who lived around the fourth century BCE. Lieh-tzu's teachings range from the origin and purpose of life, the Taoist view of reality, and the nature of enlightenment to the training of the body and mind, communication, and the importance of personal freedom. This distinctive translation presents Lieh-tzu as a friendly, intimate companion speaking directly to the reader in a contemporary voice about matters relevant to our everyday lives.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781570628993
Publisher:	Shambhala
Publication date:	12/11/2001
Series:	Shambhala Dragon Editions
Edition description:	Revised ed.
Pages:	264
Product dimensions:	6.02(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Eva Wong is an independent scholar and practitioner of the Taoist arts of the Pre-Celestial Way and Complete Reality lineages. She has written and translated many books on Taoism and related topics, including Taoism: An Essential Guide, Cultivating Stillness, A Master Course in Feng-shui. Nourishing the Essence of Life, and Seven Taoist Masters.

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"A bright and lively translation that captures the essential insights of the Lieh-Tzu."—Library Journal

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"A bright and lively translation that captures the essential insights of the Lieh-Tzu."—Library Journal

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