- Hardcover: 272 pages
- Publisher: Duncan Baird Publishers; First Edition, First Impression edition (5 Oct 2009)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1844838277
- ISBN-13: 978-1844838271
- Product Dimensions: 23.8 x 16 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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Written in about the sixth century BC, the "Tao Te Ching" is the classic text written by the Chinese sage, Laozi( or Lao Tzu), a contemporary of Confucuis. Although written more than 2,500 years ago its concepts and teachings have never been more relevant to the Western world than they are today. He offers profound wisdom, arguing that humankind is but a tiny part of the whole universe and that individuals can attain true fulfilment by striving to live in harmony - not only with others but with their natural environment. This illustrated silk-bound edition offers an insightful new translation with the works organised into 81 verses divided into two parts - it is an essential edition to any collection of the world's classic texts.
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Chad Hansen, a specialist in ancient Chinese thought, is Professor in Chinese Philosophy at the Centre of Asian Studies at the University of Hong Kong. He serves on the editorial board of Philosophy East and West. He is the co-author of The Complete Idiots Guide to Taoism (2002) and the author of Language and Logic in Ancient China (1983) and A Daoist Theory of Chinese Thought (1992).
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Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu, translated by Chad Hansen, Duncan Baird Publishers, 2009, 272 ff.
A translation of the Tao Te Ching
By Howard Jones
I have seven versions of the Tao on my bookshelves but this is one of my two favourites. The Tao is a classical mystical text of Taoism and the spiritual subject matter demands a translation that is sensitive to the original text in conveying this essential spirituality in terms that are appropriate and relevant to western readers of the 21st century. But it also demands a presentation by the publishers that is aesthetically pleasing and compatible with the mood of the text.
In this version, publishers Duncan Baird have done a beautiful job in presenting the Tao interspersed with pictures of natural wonders or scenes from Chinese life. Of course, of primary concern is the quality of the translation and here I felt at one with what Hansen had written on The Art of Harmony. But as I have said in other reviews of this text, the version of the Tao that a reader feels most comfortable with will differ from one to another. Some will want a direct translation, as here. Others will prefer an interpretation or meditation based on the themes of each of the 81 verses of the Tao in terms that are less mystical and more directly concerned with the practicalities of everyday life. For that, there are treatments by Wayne Dyer and Byron Katie available, which I have also reviewed.
This is one of my two favourite versions for both the spiritual power of the translation and the aesthetics of its presentation.
Dr Howard A. Jones is the author of The Thoughtful Guide to God (2006) and The Tao of Holism (2008), both published by O Books of Winchester, U.K.; and The World as Spirit published by Fairhill Publishing, Whitland, West Wales, 2011.
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A translation of the Tao Te Ching
By Howard Jones
I have seven versions of the Tao on my bookshelves but this is one of my two favourites. The Tao is a classical mystical text of Taoism and the spiritual subject matter demands a translation that is sensitive to the original text in conveying this essential spirituality in terms that are appropriate and relevant to western readers of the 21st century. But it also demands a presentation by the publishers that is aesthetically pleasing and compatible with the mood of the text.
In this version, publishers Duncan Baird have done a beautiful job in presenting the Tao interspersed with pictures of natural wonders or scenes from Chinese life. Of course, of primary concern is the quality of the translation and here I felt at one with what Hansen had written on The Art of Harmony. But as I have said in other reviews of this text, the version of the Tao that a reader feels most comfortable with will differ from one to another. Some will want a direct translation, as here. Others will prefer an interpretation or meditation based on the themes of each of the 81 verses of the Tao in terms that are less mystical and more directly concerned with the practicalities of everyday life. For that, there are treatments by Wayne Dyer and Byron Katie available, which I have also reviewed.
This is one of my two favourite versions for both the spiritual power of the translation and the aesthetics of its presentation.
Dr Howard A. Jones is the author of The Thoughtful Guide to God (2006) and The Tao of Holism (2008), both published by O Books of Winchester, U.K.; and The World as Spirit published by Fairhill Publishing, Whitland, West Wales, 2011.
Tao Te Ching: A New Translation and Commentary
A Thousand Names For Joy: How To Live In Harmony With The Way Things AreTao Te Ching: An Illustrated Journey
Change Your Thoughts - Change Your Life: Living The Wisdom Of The Tao
Format:Hardcover
An informed, up-to-date and scholarly approach to an ancient classic. There's little or no awareness of the spiritual aspects of Taoism, though. Look elsewhere for that.
Format:Hardcover
If you are looking for words to inspire you or to make you think than you may find something for you in this book
Not only are the passages interesting the pictures that sit along side them.
This book is beautifully put together and is presented well
Not only are the passages interesting the pictures that sit along side them.
This book is beautifully put together and is presented well
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