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Tao te Ching (Unabridged) Audiobook, by Lao Tze Play Audiobook Sample

Tao te Ching Audiobook (Unabridged)

By: Lao Tze
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Read By: Jason McCoy Publisher: BN Publishing Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 0.83 hours at 1.5x Speed 0.63 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: August 2012 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN:
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Scholars say that the original Tao Te Ching is a poem. Like a poem, this version of the Tao Te Ching is not meant to be read in one breath from front to back, but is to be at intervals internalized and contemplated.

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"There are many, many translations of the second best-selling book in history. However, many are too literal and, as such, overlook the fact that the Tao is a work of poetry first and foremost. Admittedly, the most accurate, reliable account is Thomas Cleary's rendering (along with Wu's, though the latter's prose is very stifled) whereas this version(along with Jane English's edition) is more fluid. For beginning students, this translation is recommended."

— Zen (5 out of 5 stars)

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    " This is as close to religion as I get. Full of ideas to live by. "

    — Paul, 2/15/2014
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    " As with all wisdom tradition books, this had a lot to take and a lot to leave behind. I enjoyed reading the book for its own sake, but it feels much more like a loose interpretation of the Tao Te Ching than a translation. While I realize that all translation is ultimately interpretation, I felt that Mitchell played a bit too loose with the source. It does leave me eager to read translations to compare. "

    — Eli, 2/1/2014
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    " Absolutely the most mind opening piece of literature I have ever read. "

    — Julian, 1/26/2014
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    " Lyrical translation by Gia-Fu Feng and stunning photography by Jane English. Truly one of my all-time favorites. "

    — Dale, 1/13/2014
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    " I read this translation towards the end of high school, too quickly to get more than an impression of Taoism. Since then I have read portions of other translations. "

    — Erik, 1/12/2014
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    " An introverted sort of philosophy that provides a new way to look at yourself in the grand scheme of nature. "

    — Jon, 1/2/2014
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    " I loved reading this. It was really fun because Lao Tzi is such a funny, playful man. This was definately 5 star material. "

    — Chase, 12/27/2013
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    " I am constantly reading this book, and slowly, beginning to understand some of it. A profound, wonderful book. One of the best things I've ever read. "

    — Mrs., 12/23/2013
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    " While marked read, it is a book I will never stop reading. This little book has been around for roughly 2500 years and is still relevant today. "

    — Jennifer, 12/17/2013
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    " The best translation I've found. A beautiful balance of allegiance to the original and a work of beauty in it's own right. A profound work. "

    — Stacy, 11/13/2013
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    " Amazing that this book was written so long ago and can still readily be applied to our modern way of life. "

    — Brandon, 11/13/2013
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    " A must read for anyone of any faith. "

    — Stephanie, 9/7/2013
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    " Magnificent! I like the new translation and explanations. So much asier to understand. "

    — Bo, 6/4/2013
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    " Always a good book to turn to for ispiring outlook and perspective. "

    — Joshua, 5/10/2013
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    " tooooooooooom taaaaaawwwwww teeeeeeee chingggggggg "

    — Ahmed, 3/8/2013
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    " Pretty much all of it is just, like, be the tree that doesn't get knocked over by wind. Great. "

    — Aaron, 1/30/2013
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    " Fantastic! This is what I have been thinking all along but I never knew it was a true philosophy. I was on the right track after all. Taoism just makes sense to me. "

    — Sarah, 1/21/2013
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    " Life affirming; no, life changing... "

    — Johnny, 9/2/2012
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    " This book is centuries old but is still useful today. Lots of wisdom in poetic writing. It is the way of life. I still refer to it today. "

    — Carey, 9/1/2012