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Record Nr.

UNINA9910464951703321

Autore

Hu Fuchen

Titolo

The general theory of Taoism / / author, Fuchen Hu ; translator, Zhonghu Yan

Pubbl/distr/stampa

United Kingdom : , : Paths International Ltd., , [2013]

©2013

ISBN

1-84464-095-7

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (397 p.)

Collana

Chinese culture and philosophy series

Disciplina

181/.114

Soggetti

Taoism - China

Taoist philosophy

Electronic books.

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di contenuto

part one. Daoxue -- part two. Religious Taoism -- part three. Taoist techniques.

Sommario/riassunto

To understand Taoism is to understand the roots of contemporary Chinese culture. This significant book highlights the significance of Taoism in modern day China and supplies detailed information covering all aspects of a philosophical and religious tradition which is followed by as many as 400 million people worldwide. Comprehensive and user-friendly, the book outlines the principle theories and categories of Taoism, covering each aspect in great detail. Whether new to the subject or a follower, this essential book will enable the reader to better understand all aspects of Taoism and appreciat