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The Butterfly as Companion: Meditations on the First Three Chapters of the Chuang Tzu (SUNY series in Religion and Philosophy) (,New
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Chuang Tzu's first three chapters are arranged into free verse (in Chinese, in the original word order) and translated, nearly wordforword, with extensive critical glosses visavis over fifty Chinese, Japanese, and Western commentators. The exegetical, philosophical, and contemporary implications of these chapters are then meditated upon. Here, in Chuang Tzu's world, all strivings are a play, parodying stories and arguments; each plays off of and refers to the others. Chuang Tzu lived during the third and fourth centuries B.C. Historically, he is the foremost spokesman for Taoism and its legendary founder, Lao Tzu. It was mainly due to the influence of Chuang Tzu that Indian Buddhism was transformed in China into Ch'an into the unique vehicle we usually call by its Japanese name, Zen. This is the most thorough presentation to date of the Chuang Tzu's poetic beauty, philosophical insights, and unity.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Butterfly as Companion'? A: The book provides a translation and exposition of the first three chapters of the Chuang Tzu, emphasizing its philosophical insights and poetic beauty.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Kuang-Ming Wu, who is known for his scholarly work on Taoism and Chinese philosophy.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in perfect condition for readers.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book contains 512 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of the text.
- Q: Is this book available in multiple languages? A: Yes, this edition is bilingual, featuring both English and Mandarin Chinese.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and portable.
- Q: When was 'The Butterfly as Companion' published? A: The book was first published on February 22, 1990.
- Q: What philosophical tradition does this book explore? A: The book explores the Taoist philosophy, particularly the teachings of Chuang Tzu.
- Q: Is there any critical commentary included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes extensive critical glosses referencing over fifty Chinese, Japanese, and Western commentators.
- Q: What makes this book unique compared to other translations of Chuang Tzu? A: This book uniquely arranges the original text into free verse and provides detailed philosophical meditations, making it a thorough presentation of Chuang Tzu's ideas.