Further teachings of Lao-tzu : understanding the mysteries : a translation of the Taoist classic Wen-Tzu

by Thomas F. Cleary (Translator)

Other authorsLao Tzu (Root Text)
Hardcover, 1991

Publication

Imprint: Boston : Shambhala, c1991. Edition: First edition. Responsibility: Lao Tzu, translated from the Chinese by Thomas Cleary. Physical: Text : 1 volume : xxiii, 184 pages ; 24 cm.

Call number

GT-D / Clear

Barcode

BK-03018

ISBN

9780877736097

CSS Library Notes

Named Work: Wen-tzu : Understanding the Mysteries : Further Teachings of Lao-Tzu .

Named Person: Lao Tzu : Laozi : Lao Tsu .

Description: A collection of ancient Taoist teachings elaborating on the teachings of the Tao Te Ching in a series of discourses attributed to Lao- tzu

Table of Contents:
Translators introduction
>Historical background of the Wen-tzu
>Teachings of the Wen-tzu
>Further sayings of Lao-tzu
Understanding the mysteries

FY1992 / FY2015 /

Physical description

xxiii, 184 p.; 24 cm

Description

A translation of the Chinese text known as Wen-tzu which has been regarded as a great achievement of ancient Taoism. It seeks to show that the cultivation of spontaneity is essential to both the enlightened individual and the wise leader.

Language

Original language

Chinese

Subjects

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