Tao Te Ching

A great translation of a classic by Hinton.

This is a deeply inspired presentation of the classic. It brings forth the cultural nuance with both poetic sensitivity and scholarly clarity. The introduction should be read and thoroughly absorbed to fully appreciate this translation and any further studies of Tao.

Excellent translation and his introduction is very thoughtful and enlightening. I have wondered about the ethics of the TTC compared to the Chuand Tzu and he helped me understand.

This translation is essential to anyone looking to explore the Tao Te Ching. David Hinton is a master of capturing the essence of any original work that he translates.

Very good

I have tried to read this twice before in other translations. This one is excellent and retains the poetic qualities of the original. The concept that all life forms, plant, animal and the planet itself have equal rights that should be observed, is well worth considering.