num_pages: 168
description: Thomas Cleary's new translation of two Chinese classics describing the essential philosophy and practice of Tao, written long ago as maps of the Way: 'Tao Te Ching' and 'Chuang-tzu'. Cleary's presentation restores the power and mind-opening distinctive
language: English
title: The Essential Tao : An Initiation into the Heart of Taoism Through the Authentic Tao Te Ching and the Inner Teachings of Chuang-Tzu
titlecomplete: The Essential Tao : An Initiation into the Heart of Taoism Through the Authentic Tao Te Ching and the Inner Teachings of Chuang-Tzu
genres: Classics, Self Help, Reference, Philosophy, Religion, Taoism, Spirituality, Poetry, Nonfiction, China
ratings_count: 815
publisher: HarperOne