Way of the World Readings in Chinese Philosophy

Name: Way of the World Readings in Chinese Philosophy
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ISBN: 9781590307380

ISBN-10: 1590307380

ISBN-13: 9781590307380

Edition: 2009

Authors: Thomas Cleary

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However varied in its attitudes and ideas, Chinese philosophy has typically centered on the concrete problems of human life, from the personal to the political, and is first and foremost a path to be followed.The Way of the Worldis a wonderfully readable collection of writings that demonstrate the range of Taoist approaches to the practical dynamics involved in the relationship between the individual and society. The writingssome in prose and some in versefocus on self-cultivation, how to approach the problems of life, and how to acquire the skills necessary for leadership. The material in this collection comes from a variety of sources and spans several time periods including some of the…

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List price: $25.95
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Shambhala Publications, Incorporated
Publication date: 12/1/2009
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 126
Size: 5.94" wide x 8.98" long x 0.35" tall
Weight: 0.484
Language: English



Introduction



Inner Work from Guanzi



Mental Arts I from Guanzi



Mental Arts II from Guanzi



Purifying The Mind from Guanzi



Interpreting Lao




Taking Lessons from Lao




The Fisherman and the Woodcutter




The Man of Deer Gate: A Letter from Retirement




Huang Shi's Silk Text




Wenshi's Classic on Reality