Zhuangzi Knihy

První úplný český překlad taoistického textu Spisy Mistra Zhuanga. Sedm Vnitřních kapitol, patnáct Vnějších kapitol a jedenáct Různých kapitol skládá nejúplnější edici literárního odkazu klasika taoistické filosofie. Jedinečným autorem a nezapomenutelným protagonistou byl starověký filosof Čuang-c´ (4. stol. př. n. l.), bezpochyby jeden z největších vypravěčů a básníků starověku. Jeho rozpravy, dialogy, paraboly a metafory jsou ve svém úhrnu považovány za jednu z největších poem starověké Číny.... celý text

Kniha seznamuje z mnoha pohledů s učením taoismu, které má své kořeny v čínském myšlení a chápání světa. Obsahuje též Tao-te-ťing od Lao-c’ -- Moudrost mistra Čuanga. Sborník uspořádal, přeložil a parafrázoval Jiří Navrátil.

Selections from the sayings of Zhuangzi rendered into cartoon form and translated into English.

This translation of the Zhunangzi offers an accessible interpretation of a foundational text in early Daoist philosophy. It captures the essence of the original work, providing insights into its themes and teachings. Readers can expect a clear and engaging presentation that highlights the philosophical depth and cultural significance of the text, making it suitable for both newcomers and those familiar with Daoist thought.

Chuang Tzu (369?-286? BC) was a leading Taoist philosopher. Using parable and anecdote, allegory and paradox, he set forth in this book the early ideas of what was to become the Taoist school. This collection includes the seven inner chapters, three of the outer chapters, and one of the miscellaneous chapters.

Brook Ziporyn's carefully crafted, richly annotated translation of the complete writings of Zhuangzi--including a lucid Introduction, a Glossary of Essential Terms, and a Bibliography--provides readers with an engaging and provocative deep dive into this magical work.

Acclaimed for his authoritative translation of the Tao Te Ching, Victor Mair, one of the foremast translators of ancient Chinese, reclaims for the modern reader another of the great books of Eastern wisdom. Although less well known in the West than the Tao Te Ching, the work of Chuang Tzu is every bit its equal as a classic of Taoist thought. But this collection of tales, poems, and parables is also one of the most playful and witty books in world literature. In this vivid, contemporary translation, Victor Mair captures the quintessential life and spirit of Chuang Tzu while remaining faithful to the text. ... Complete with an authoritative introduction on Chuang Tzu and his place in Chinese thought and history, as well as a glossary of key terms and concepts, this translation by Victor Mair is destined to become the definitive edition of Chuang Tzu's work in our time. — from back cover. Illustrated throughout with woodcuts by the illustrator of the Tao Te Ching.

A translation of over two-thirds of the classic Daoist text Zhuangzi (Chuang Tzu), including the complete inner chapters and selections from the outer and miscellaneous chapters, as well as judicious selections from 2000 years of traditional Chinese commentaries.