num_pages: 264
description: The Lieh-tzu is a collection of stories and philosophical musings of a sage of the same name who lived around the fourth century BCE. Lieh-tzu's teachings range from the origin and purpose of life, the Taoist view of reality, and the nature of enlightenment to the training of the body and mind, communication, and the importance of personal freedom. This distinctive translation presents Lieh-tzu as a friendly, intimate companion speaking directly to the reader in a contemporary voice about matters relevant to our everyday lives.
language: English
title: Lieh-tzu: A Taoist Guide to Practical Living
titlecomplete: Lieh-tzu: A Taoist Guide to Practical Living (Shambhala Dragon Editions)
genres: Chinese Literature, Spirituality, China, Classics, Philosophy, Religion, Taoism, Zen, Eastern Philosophy, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 694
publisher: Shambhala