Tao te Ching: Book Guide, Author and Facts
Tao te Ching by 老子 — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
"Within ancient Chinese, a sole character possesses a broad, and sometimes contradictory, range of meanings. Moreover, the Tao Te Ching is rife with terms and expressions that have no exact counterpart in English. So while the Tao Te Ching ranks behind only the Bible as the most widely translated book in the world, it remains one of the least understood.".
Quick facts about Tao te Ching
- Title: Tao te Ching
- Author: 老子
- First published: 1842
- Genre: chinese philosophy, chinese language materials, peace
- OpenLibrary ID: OL45499W
Where to read Tao te Ching
Tao te Ching by 老子 is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Tao te Ching about?
"Within ancient Chinese, a sole character possesses a broad, and sometimes contradictory, range of meanings.
Who wrote Tao te Ching?
Tao te Ching was written by 老子.
When was Tao te Ching published?
Tao te Ching was first published in 1842.
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