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Book Cover for: Illustrated Introduction to Taoism: The Wisdom of the Sages, Jean C. Cooper

Illustrated Introduction to Taoism: The Wisdom of the Sages

Jean C. Cooper

Finalist:Benjamin Franklin Award -Interior Design-3+ Color (2011)
Finalist:Midwest Book Award (MIPA) -Illustration (2010)
Containing 118 stunning color illustrations, this beautiful book provides an introduction to Taoism, one of the great religious and philosophical movements in Chinese thought. Incorporating selections from J.C. Cooper's writings, it explores the concept of the Tao (Way), the symbolism of Yin-Yang, and the thought of the leading Taoist sages. Also included are sections on Taoist art, the symbolism of plants and animals, the Taoist garden, and the relationship of Taoism with Buddhism and Hinduism.

Book Details

  • Publisher: World Wisdom Books
  • Publish Date: Jul 16th, 2010
  • Pages: 160
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 9.90in - 7.90in - 0.50in - 1.30lb
  • EAN: 9781935493167
  • Categories: Taoism (see also PHILOSOPHY - Taoist)