The Classic of the Dao: A New Investigation

The Classic of the Dao is a notable addition to the works available which discuss and describe the Tao Te Ching (The Book of Lao Zi). This work is characterised by a thematic arrangement of the eighty-one chapters along with elaborate annotations and relevant commentary, and based on recent philological studies made by Chinese scholars since the discovery in 1973 of the Mawangdui versions on silk. All this is intended to help the reader obtain insight into early Taoism as a philosophy. In addition, the reader can select themes and topics according to their own interest by following the table of contents, and then focus on that specific subject for particular study. An incredibly useful and versatile guide to the Tao Te Ching, and an extremely valuable addition to any Chinese philosophy collection.