Wen-Tzu: Understanding the Mysteries

About this book

Lao-tzu the legendary sage of ancient China is traditionally considered to be the author of the Tao Te Ching one of the most popular classics of world literature. Now Lao-tzus further teachings on the Tao or Way are presented here in the first English translation of the Chinese text known as the Wen-tzu. Although previously ignored by Western scholars the Wen-tzu has long been revered by the Chinese as one of the great classics of ancient Taoism. In it Lao-tzu shows that the cultivation of simplicity and spontaneity is essential to both the enlightened individual and the wise leader. This timeless work will appeal to a broad audience of contemporary readers who have come to consider Lao-tzus Tao Te Ching a classic on the art of living.