An illustrated edition of one of the most widely translated texts in the world. Stephen Mitchell’ s acclaimed translation is accompanied by ancient Chinese paintings that beautifully reflect Lao Tzu’ s timeless words. Read more the basic principle of the universe. In 81 short, poetic chapters, the book looks at the basic predicament of being alive and teaches how to work for the good with the effortless skill that comes from being in accord with the Tao, or. ‘ What is rooted is easy to nourish What is recent is easy to correct’ Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching (The Book of the Way) is the classic manual on the art of living. Num Pages: 96 pages, 45 archive illustrations. In 81 short, poetic chapters, the book looks at the basic predicament of being alive and teaches how to work for the good with the effortless skill that comes from being in accord with the Tao, or the basic principle of the universe. Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching (The Book of the Way) is the classic manual on the art of living. “I have read many translations of this ancient text but Mitchell’s is by far the best.Description for Tao Te Ching Paperback. The obscure has been made transparent and available.' - Common Boundary

'Mitchell's great talent is to communicate with the profound simplicity utterly appropriate for this task. 'I read the Stephen Mitchell translation of the Tao Te Ching in one sitting, three times. 'Beautiful and accessible the English, as 'fluid as melting ice,' is a joy to read throughout.' - The New Republic It embodies the virtues its translator credits to the Chinese original: a gemlike lucidity that is radiant with humor, grace, largeheartedness, and deep wisdom.' - Huston Smith, author of The Religions of Man 'Mitchell's rendition of the Tao Te Ching comes as close to being definitive for our time as any I can imagine. In eighty-one brief chapters, Lao-tzu's Tao Te Ching, or Book of the Way, provides advice that imparts balance and perspective, a serene and generous spirit, and teaches us how to work for the good with the effortless skill that comes from being in accord with the Tao-the basic principle of the universe. It embodies the virtues its translator credits to the Chinese original: a gemlike lucidity that is radiant with humor, grace, largeheartedness, and deep wisdom.' - Huston Smith, author of The Religions of Man The bestselling, widely acclaimed translation from Stephen Mitchell

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