A Path and a Practice

Using Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching as a Guide to an Awakened Spiritual Life

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Eastern Religions, Taoism
Cover of the book A Path and a Practice by William Martin, Hachette Books
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: William Martin ISBN: 9780786727827
Publisher: Hachette Books Publication: April 24, 2009
Imprint: Da Capo Lifelong Books Language: English
Author: William Martin
ISBN: 9780786727827
Publisher: Hachette Books
Publication: April 24, 2009
Imprint: Da Capo Lifelong Books
Language: English

The Tao Te Ching-one of the most loved and widely translated books in human history-has appeared in countless English-language versions. But no modern translation has yet captured the essential thrust of Lao Tzu's work as a practical guide to living an awakened life. Now William Martin, whose acclaimed previous reinterpretations of the Tao (for parents, couples, and elders) have introduced or reacquainted this classic text to thousands of readers, strikingly translates the Tao's eighty-one chapters to uniquely address someone on a Tao-or path-with a practice. Martin frames his new translation with two illuminating, groundbreaking sections: "A Path," which introduces the Tao's nonlinear construction and explains how it works its themes; and "A Practice," which provides practical guidance for readers exploring each of the Tao's themes in depth. Martin's genius in this new translation uncovers how directly the Tao speaks to readers on or about to embark on a spiritual journey.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

The Tao Te Ching-one of the most loved and widely translated books in human history-has appeared in countless English-language versions. But no modern translation has yet captured the essential thrust of Lao Tzu's work as a practical guide to living an awakened life. Now William Martin, whose acclaimed previous reinterpretations of the Tao (for parents, couples, and elders) have introduced or reacquainted this classic text to thousands of readers, strikingly translates the Tao's eighty-one chapters to uniquely address someone on a Tao-or path-with a practice. Martin frames his new translation with two illuminating, groundbreaking sections: "A Path," which introduces the Tao's nonlinear construction and explains how it works its themes; and "A Practice," which provides practical guidance for readers exploring each of the Tao's themes in depth. Martin's genius in this new translation uncovers how directly the Tao speaks to readers on or about to embark on a spiritual journey.

More books from Hachette Books

Cover of the book The Great Divide by William Martin
Cover of the book PS, I Love You by William Martin
Cover of the book An Hour to Live, an Hour to Love by William Martin
Cover of the book A Skating Life by William Martin
Cover of the book Target Switzerland by William Martin
Cover of the book Cabin Pressure by William Martin
Cover of the book Ancient Gonzo Wisdom by William Martin
Cover of the book Damn, It Feels Good to Be a Banker by William Martin
Cover of the book Fire From Heaven by William Martin
Cover of the book The Twisted Thread by William Martin
Cover of the book Trouble Boys by William Martin
Cover of the book The Power of Less by William Martin
Cover of the book The Portable Atheist by William Martin
Cover of the book Cum Laude by William Martin
Cover of the book Simplify Your Life by William Martin
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy