Laotze

Laotze: The Tao Teh King is a book written by Walter Gorn Old, which explores the teachings of the ancient Chinese philosopher and founder of Taoism, Lao Tzu. The book is a translation of Lao Tzu's most famous work, the Tao Teh King, which is a collection of 81 poems or chapters that offer guidance on how to live a meaningful life. The book begins with an introduction to Lao Tzu's life and philosophy, and then delves into the Tao Teh King, with each chapter providing commentary and analysis of the text. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the nature of the Tao (the ultimate reality), the importance of living in harmony with nature, the virtues of humility and simplicity, and the role of the sage in society. Old's translation and commentary offer a unique perspective on Lao Tzu's teachings, and provide readers with a deeper understanding of the Tao Teh King. The book is suitable for anyone interested in philosophy, spirituality, or Eastern thought, and is a valuable resource for those seeking guidance on how to live a more fulfilling life.1929. A new translation with introduction and commentary. This work is a translation of the celebrated work of the Chinese sage about the simple life. It is relation to our principles of life rather than our common activities that the simple life gains its greatest meaning and value. The simple life is not always the simple way.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.