{"product_id":"chuang-tzu-basic-writings","title":"Chuang Tzu: Basic Writings","description":"The basic writings of Chuang Tzu have been savored by Chinese readers for over two thousand years. And Burton Watson's lucid and beautiful translation has been loved by generations of readers.\n\nChuang Tzu (369?-286? B.C.) was a leading philosopher representing the Taoist strain in Chinese thought. Using parable and anecdote, allegory and paradox, he set forth, in the book that bears his name, the early ideas of what was to become the Taoist school. Central to these is the belief that only by understanding Tao (the Way of Nature) and dwelling in its unity can man achieve true happiness and freedom, in both life and death.\n\nChuang Tzu: Basic Writings includes the seven \"inner chapters,\" which form the heart of the book, three of the \"outer chapters,\" and one of the \"miscellaneous chapters.\" Watson also provides an introduction, placing the philosopher in relation to Chinese history and thought.\n\nWitty and imaginative, enriched by brilliant imagery, and making sportive use of both mythological and historical personages (including even Confucius), this timeless classic is sure to appeal to anyone interested in Chinese religion and culture.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0231105959\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: DBV.0231105959.A\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Acceptable\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: This copy has clearly been enjoyed—expect noticeable shelf wear and some minor creases to the cover. Binding is strong, and all pages are legible. May contain previous library markings or stamps.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Dream Books Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41593831194682,"sku":"DBV.0231105959.A","price":8.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/6011\/0138\/files\/0231105959-0.jpg?v=1786678868","url":"https:\/\/shop.dreambooksco.com\/products\/chuang-tzu-basic-writings","provider":"Dream Books Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}