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Cosmological ideas influenced every aspect of traditional Chinese culture, from science and medicine to art, philosophy, and religion. Although other premodern societies developed similar conceptions, in no other major civilization were such ideas so pervasive or powerful.In The Development and Decline of Chinese Cosmology, John Henderson traces the evolution of Chinese thought on cosmic order from the classical era to the nineteenth century. ...

Classical Chinese Medical Texts: Learning to Read the Classics of Chinese Medicine is the first introduction to classical Chinese that focuses solely on medical texts. The selections that make up the chapters range from the late Han to the Qing dynasties, a period spanning over 1, 500 years. All of the lessons are covered in a concise yet detailed manner, making this book suitable for self-taught learners and classrooms alike. The extensive vo...

This series of books represents the first introduction to classical Chinese that focuses solely on medical texts. The selections that make up the chapters span a period of nearly 2, 000 years, covering the entire written history of Chinese medicine. The extensive vocabulary lists, detailed grammar notes, example sentences, and clear explanations make this series suitable for self-taught learners and classrooms alike. Each chapter contains the ...

Everyone in the world knows that the soft overcomes the hard and the weak the strong, but who can practice this? -Chapter 78 The Tao Te Ching is one of the most profound pieces of writing in existence. Having been in continuous print for more than 2, 000 years, its writings have inspired countless generations of spiritual seekers. The language of the Tao Te Ching is subtle, resulting in many different interpretations and translations. To help ...