| Edition |
First edition. |
| Description |
vi, 295 pages ; 25 cm |
| Summary |
Explores "why we find spontaneity so elusive and shows how early Chinese philosophy points the way to happier, more authentic lives"--Dust jacket flap. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 267-285) and index. |
| Contents |
Skillful butchers and graceful gentlemen : the concept of wu-wei -- Drunk on heaven : the social and spiritual dimensions of wu-wei -- Try hard not to try : carving and polishing the self -- Stop trying : embracing the uncarved block -- Try, but not too hard : cultivating the moral sprouts -- Forget about it : going with the flow -- The paradox of wu-wei : spontaneity and trust -- Learning from wu-wei : living with paradox. |
| Subject |
Philosophy, Chinese.
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Taoism.
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Spontaneity (Philosophy)
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Nothing (Philosophy)
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Struggle.
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| ISBN |
9780770437619 (hc.) |
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0770437613 (hc.) |
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