Product Description

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.

Stephen Mitchell's bestselling version has been widely acclaimed as a gift to contemporary culture.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #22410 in Books
• Published on: 2006-09-01
• Released on: 2006-09-05
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 144 pages

James Frey, author of A Million Little Pieces
"I have read many translations of this ancient text but Mitchell's is by far the best."

James Frey, author of A Million Little Pieces
"I have read many translations of this ancient text but Mitchell's is by far the best."

Language Notes
Text: English (translation)
Original Language: Chinese

Customer Reviews

A very Good Translation ....
TTC is one of my favorites. Strongly recommend this translation of TTC to those who want to understand Taoism. I found this book the best translation after going through many different versions. This is by far the best.

non committal....
....spirituality

for borrowers like me this book makes the most sense



it helped me through a dark place.... again.

it makes you feel connected to all those whom have tread before you and to the existing energies.and it will seem strangely familiar the first time you read it.


good for people that don't want to be preached at or barked at and just want to be.... this will help you be whatever that is

Lao tzu also invented bowling.... discuss

ha


enjoy the book and read a couple of chapters at most per sitting and absorb.

Clear, concise, simple
Best version of the Tao I've ever read. It's a true modern translation having half the verses in the feminine pronoun ("she") form, which really helps create balance. A masterpiece (as are the other works by Stephen Mitchell).