<b>A rich, poetic, and socially relevant version of the great spiritual and philosophical classic of Taoism, the <i>Tao Te Ching</i>—from one of America&apos;s leading literary figures</b><br /><br /> In this landmark modern-day rendition of the ancient Taoist classic, Ursula K. Le Guin presents Lao Tzu’s time-honored and astonishingly powerful philosophy like never before. Drawing on a lifetime of contemplation and including extensive personal commentary throughout, she offers an unparalleled window into the text’s awe-inspiring, immediately relatable teachings and their inestimable value for our troubled world. Jargon-free but still faithful to the poetic beauty of the original work, Le Guin&apos;s unique translation is sure to be welcomed by longtime readers of the <i>Tao Te Ching </i>as well as those discovering the text for the first time.