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Sun-Tzu: The Art of Warfare

The First English Translation Incorporating the Recently Discovered Yin-ch'ueh-shan Texts

by Roger T. Ames ...

The most widely read military classic in human history, newly translated and revised in accordance with newly discovered materials of unprecedented historical significance.Fluid, crisp and rigorously faithful to the original, this new text is destined to stand as the definitive version of this cornerstone work of Classical Chinese. Of compelling importance not only to students of Chinese history ... Read more

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The most widely read military classic in human history, newly translated and revised in accordance with newly discovered materials of unprecedented historical significance.Fluid, crisp and rigorously faithful to the original, this new text is destined to stand as the definitive version of this cornerstone work of Classical Chinese. Of compelling importance not only to students of Chinese history
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正是時候讀莊子【暢銷經典版】壹：莊子的姿勢、意識與感情

by 蔡璧名 ...

★《正是時候讀莊子》十周年暢銷經典版，全新開本（18開）。時局板蕩，曖昧天光，半部《論語》治天下，半部《莊子》治心身，正是時候，好好讀莊子。讀莊子前，心隨境轉。你在風浪之間，載浮載沉。學莊子後，境隨心轉。風浪在你的腳下，任你乘御遨遊。《莊子》隱身在經典群中，已閃爍千年，因他提出一套人人可以執簡御繁的療癒、強化心身的方法。原來自己的心，才是最值得征服的戰場。原來心不止可以煩、可以亂、可以傷，還可以自在飛翔。原來心情好壞，也是種可以自主的選擇。原來內心安定，才是迎戰亂局最有力量的武器。原來讓身邊的人學會安心，是送給情人最好的禮物。原來日常生活中的走、站、坐、臥，只要選對姿勢，效果將遠勝每週額外運動數小時。原來只要掌握「深情而不滯於情」的用情原則，便可無傷、悠遊於情場。原來人生的方向，比行進的速度來得重要。原來命途中的逆境，可以不是噩運，而是可供強化生命的機緣，是上天落下最珍貴的禮物 ... Read more

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★《正是時候讀莊子》十周年暢銷經典版，全新開本（18開）。時局板蕩，曖昧天光，半部《論語》治天下，半部《莊子》治心身，正是時候，好好讀莊子。讀莊子前，心隨境轉。你在風浪之間，載浮載沉。學莊子後，境隨心轉。風浪在你的腳下，任你乘御遨遊。《莊子》隱身在經典群中，已閃爍千年，因他提出一套人人可以執簡御繁的療癒、強化心身的方法。原來自己的心，才是最值得征服的戰場。原來心不止可以煩、可以亂、可以傷，還可以自在飛翔。原來心情好壞，也是種可以自主的選擇。原來內心安定，才是迎戰亂局最有力量的武器。原來讓身邊的人學會安心，是送給情人最好的禮物。原來日常生活中的走、站、坐、臥，只要選對姿勢，效果將遠勝每週額外運動數小時。原來只要掌握「深情而不滯於情」的用情原則，便可無傷、悠遊於情場。原來人生的方向，比行進的速度來得重要。原來命途中的逆境，可以不是噩運，而是可供強化生命的機緣，是上天落下最珍貴的禮物
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El camino shaolin

Hábitos milenarios para la vida moderna

by Shi Heng Yi ...

Translated by Albert Vitó i Godina ...

Series series Vivir hoy
El maestro a cargo del Templo Shaolin de Europa nos comparte prácticas milenarias y saberes beneficiosos para nuestro día a día.¿Quieres ser más disciplinado y ganar fuerza de voluntad? ¿Buscas reforzar tu autocontrol y tu equilibrio emocional?La tradición Shaolin se inició hace más de mil quinientos años en el templo Shaolin de Songshan, en China, a los pies de una montaña. El propósito original ... Read more

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El maestro a cargo del Templo Shaolin de Europa nos comparte prácticas milenarias y saberes beneficiosos para nuestro día a día.¿Quieres ser más disciplinado y ganar fuerza de voluntad? ¿Buscas reforzar tu autocontrol y tu equilibrio emocional?La tradición Shaolin se inició hace más de mil quinientos años en el templo Shaolin de Songshan, en China, a los pies de una montaña. El propósito original
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Lao Tzu: Tao Te Ching

A Book about the Way and the Power of the Way

by Ursula K. Le Guin ...

A rich, poetic, and socially relevant version of the great spiritual-philosophical classic of Taoism, the Tao Te Ching**—from a legendary literary icon**Most people know Ursula K. Le Guin for her extraordinary science fiction and fantasy. Fewer know just how pervasive Taoist themes are to so much of her work. And in Lao Tzu: Tao Te Ching, we are treated to Le Guin’s unique take on Taoist ... Read more

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A rich, poetic, and socially relevant version of the great spiritual-philosophical classic of Taoism, the Tao Te Ching**—from a legendary literary icon**Most people know Ursula K. Le Guin for her extraordinary science fiction and fantasy. Fewer know just how pervasive Taoist themes are to so much of her work. And in Lao Tzu: Tao Te Ching, we are treated to Le Guin’s unique take on Taoist
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The Way of Zen

by Alan W. Watts ...

Series series Vintage Spiritual Classics
The Way of Zen begins as a succinct guide through the histories of Buddhism and Taoism leading up to the development of Zen Buddhism, which drew deeply from both traditions. It then goes on to paint a broad but insightful picture of Zen as it was and is practiced, both as a religion and as an element of diverse East Asian arts and disciplines. Watts's narrative clears away the mystery while ... Read more

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The Way of Zen begins as a succinct guide through the histories of Buddhism and Taoism leading up to the development of Zen Buddhism, which drew deeply from both traditions. It then goes on to paint a broad but insightful picture of Zen as it was and is practiced, both as a religion and as an element of diverse East Asian arts and disciplines. Watts's narrative clears away the mystery while
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Technic and Magic

The Reconstruction of Reality

by Federico Campagna, Prof. Timothy Morton ...

We take for granted that only certain kind of things exist – electrons but not angels, passports but not nymphs. This is what we understand as 'reality'. But in fact, 'reality' varies with each era of the world, in turn shaping the field of what is possible to do, think and imagine. Our contemporary age has embraced a troubling and painful form of reality: Technic.Under Technic, the foundations of ... Read more

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We take for granted that only certain kind of things exist – electrons but not angels, passports but not nymphs. This is what we understand as 'reality'. But in fact, 'reality' varies with each era of the world, in turn shaping the field of what is possible to do, think and imagine. Our contemporary age has embraced a troubling and painful form of reality: Technic.Under Technic, the foundations of
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The Courage to Be Yourself

An Enchanting Guide to Calm Anxiety, Discover Your Purpose, and Express Your Truth

by Fumitake Koga ...

A supportive and inspiring guide to staying true to yourself through life's challenges by the co-author of international bestseller THE COURAGE TO BE DISLIKED, with charming illustrations by Narano.What’s the difference between feeling and thinking? Envision your feelings as a jellyfish, extending your thoughts down through its tentacles not only into the rest of your body, but out into the world ... Read more

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A supportive and inspiring guide to staying true to yourself through life's challenges by the co-author of international bestseller THE COURAGE TO BE DISLIKED, with charming illustrations by Narano.What’s the difference between feeling and thinking? Envision your feelings as a jellyfish, extending your thoughts down through its tentacles not only into the rest of your body, but out into the world
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The Modern Kama Sutra

An Intimate Guide to the Secrets of Erotic Pleasure

by Kamini Thomas, Kirk Thomas ...

Transform your love-making into erotic ecstasy with this book that unlocks the secrets of the Kama Sutra – the most ancient, renowned and explicit guide to sexual pleasure.‘Pleasures are as necessary for the well-being of the body as food.' Kama Sutra‘The Modern Kama Sutra’ opens up a new and exotic world of sexual pleasure that will change your sex life for ever.Inspired by the ancient text of ... Read more

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Transform your love-making into erotic ecstasy with this book that unlocks the secrets of the Kama Sutra – the most ancient, renowned and explicit guide to sexual pleasure.‘Pleasures are as necessary for the well-being of the body as food.' Kama Sutra‘The Modern Kama Sutra’ opens up a new and exotic world of sexual pleasure that will change your sex life for ever.Inspired by the ancient text of
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The Living Gita

The Complete Bhagavad Gita: a Commentary for Modern Readers

by Sri Swami Satchidananda ...

The Bhagavad Gita tells the story of how Arjuna, the great warrior, is seated in his chariot about to engage in battle, when he sees his own kinsmen and his revered teacher arrayed in battle against him, and feels that he cannot fight. It is then that Krishna, the Cosmic Lord, comes to counsel him. Arjuna represents the human soul seated in the chariot of the body and Krishna is the inner Spirit, ... Read more

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The Bhagavad Gita tells the story of how Arjuna, the great warrior, is seated in his chariot about to engage in battle, when he sees his own kinsmen and his revered teacher arrayed in battle against him, and feels that he cannot fight. It is then that Krishna, the Cosmic Lord, comes to counsel him. Arjuna represents the human soul seated in the chariot of the body and Krishna is the inner Spirit,
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DEMYSTIFYING HINDUISM - A Beginner's Guide

Understand the basics of Hinduism. Sanatana Dharma simplified for the Modern World, the Hindu identity, Spiritual Wisdom, Philosophy, Symbolism of Rituals, Scientific Truths, Mythology and Ethical Practices

by Sahasranam Kalpathy ...

Series Book 1 - Understanding Hinduism Series
Hinduism, the true name of which is ‘Sanatana Dharma’ is the world’s oldest religion.This books gives an insight into the various aspects of Hinduism for the beginner.It is a concise text to understand all about Hinduism. The book was written mainly with a view to bring the doctrines and distinctive features of the Sanatana Dharma to the Indian diaspora who are scattered all over the world.The ... Read more

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Hinduism, the true name of which is ‘Sanatana Dharma’ is the world’s oldest religion.This books gives an insight into the various aspects of Hinduism for the beginner.It is a concise text to understand all about Hinduism. The book was written mainly with a view to bring the doctrines and distinctive features of the Sanatana Dharma to the Indian diaspora who are scattered all over the world.The
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The Secret of the Golden Flower

A Chinese Book of Life

by Carl Jung ...

Translated by Richard Wilhelm ...

The Treasured Guide to Spiritual Growth and Enlightenment The Secret of the Golden Flower is an ancient Chinese text, passed on for centuries, in which Taoist mystics reveal the path to true enlightenment. The first written version was believed to have originated with Lü Dongbin, a legendary scholar, poet, and spiritual master. Lü Dongbin was the founder of the School of the Golden Elixir of Life ... Read more

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The Treasured Guide to Spiritual Growth and Enlightenment The Secret of the Golden Flower is an ancient Chinese text, passed on for centuries, in which Taoist mystics reveal the path to true enlightenment. The first written version was believed to have originated with Lü Dongbin, a legendary scholar, poet, and spiritual master. Lü Dongbin was the founder of the School of the Golden Elixir of Life
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The Divine Within

Selected Writings on Enlightenment

by Aldous Huxley, Huston Smith ...

"A genius … a writer who spent his life decrying the onward march of the Machine." — The New YorkerBrave New World author Aldous Huxley on enlightenment and the "ultimate reality."In this anthology of twenty-six landmark spiritual essays and other writings, Aldous Huxley discusses the nature of God, enlightenment, being, good and evil, religion, eternity, and the divine. Huxley consistently ... Read more

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"A genius … a writer who spent his life decrying the onward march of the Machine." — The New YorkerBrave New World author Aldous Huxley on enlightenment and the "ultimate reality."In this anthology of twenty-six landmark spiritual essays and other writings, Aldous Huxley discusses the nature of God, enlightenment, being, good and evil, religion, eternity, and the divine. Huxley consistently
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The Golden Road

How Ancient India Transformed the World

by William Dalrymple ...

**INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERUSA TODAY BESTSELLERWinner of the Mark Lynton History Prize 2026 * A Kirkus Reviews Best History Book of 2025 * A Library Journal Best Book of the Year * An NPR Book We Loved This YearThe instant New York Times bestseller and international sensation-a sparkling, soaring history of ideas, tracing South Asia's underappreciated role in producing the world as we know ... Read more

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**INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERUSA TODAY BESTSELLERWinner of the Mark Lynton History Prize 2026 * A Kirkus Reviews Best History Book of 2025 * A Library Journal Best Book of the Year * An NPR Book We Loved This YearThe instant New York Times bestseller and international sensation-a sparkling, soaring history of ideas, tracing South Asia's underappreciated role in producing the world as we know
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The Dhammapada

by Eknath Easwaran ...

Series Book 3 - Easwaran's Classics of Indian Spirituality
Easwaran’s best-selling translation of this classic Buddhist text The Dhammapada is reliable, readable, and profound.Dhammapada means "the path of dharma," the path of harmony and righteousness that anyone can follow to reach the highest good. The Dhammapada is a collection of verses, gathered probably from direct disciples who wanted to preserve what they had heard from the Buddha himself ... Read more

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Easwaran’s best-selling translation of this classic Buddhist text The Dhammapada is reliable, readable, and profound.Dhammapada means "the path of dharma," the path of harmony and righteousness that anyone can follow to reach the highest good. The Dhammapada is a collection of verses, gathered probably from direct disciples who wanted to preserve what they had heard from the Buddha himself
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Tao Te Ching

by Lao Tzu ...

Translated by D. C. Lau ...

'Have little thought of self and as few desires as possible'Whether or not Lao Tzu was a historical figure is uncertain, but the wisdom gathered under his name in the fourth century BC is central to the understanding and practice of Taoism. One of the three great religions of China, Taoism is based upon a concept of the Tao, or Way, as the universal power through which all life flows. The Tao Te ... Read more

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'Have little thought of self and as few desires as possible'Whether or not Lao Tzu was a historical figure is uncertain, but the wisdom gathered under his name in the fourth century BC is central to the understanding and practice of Taoism. One of the three great religions of China, Taoism is based upon a concept of the Tao, or Way, as the universal power through which all life flows. The Tao Te
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Bubishi

The Classic Manual of Combat

Treasured for centuries by karate's top masters, the Bubishi is a classic Chinese work on philosophy, strategy, medicine, and technique as they relate to the martial arts.Referred to as the "bible of karate" by famous master Chojun Miyagi, for hundreds of years the Bubishiwas a secret text passed from master to student in China and later in Okinawa. All of karate's legendary masters have studied ... Read more

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Treasured for centuries by karate's top masters, the Bubishi is a classic Chinese work on philosophy, strategy, medicine, and technique as they relate to the martial arts.Referred to as the "bible of karate" by famous master Chojun Miyagi, for hundreds of years the Bubishiwas a secret text passed from master to student in China and later in Okinawa. All of karate's legendary masters have studied
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Digging Your Own Well: Daoism as a Practical Philosophy

by Bill Hulet ...

The most translated book in the world is the Dao De Jing, and many people can cite quotations from it such as "the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step", "governing a great nation is like cooking a small fish", "the more laws there are, the more thieves there will be", or, "truthful words are not beautiful, beautiful words are not truthful". Yet very few people know much of ... Read more

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The most translated book in the world is the Dao De Jing, and many people can cite quotations from it such as "the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step", "governing a great nation is like cooking a small fish", "the more laws there are, the more thieves there will be", or, "truthful words are not beautiful, beautiful words are not truthful". Yet very few people know much of
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The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

Translation and Commentary by Sri Swami Satchidananda

by Sri Swami Satchidananda ...

This valuable book provides a complete manual for the study and practice of Raja Yoga, the path of concentration and meditation. This new deluxe printing of these timeless teachings is a treasure to be read and referred to again and again by seekers treading the spiritual path. The classic Sutras (thought-threads), at least 4,000 years old, cover the yogic teachings on ethics, meditation, and ... Read more

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This valuable book provides a complete manual for the study and practice of Raja Yoga, the path of concentration and meditation. This new deluxe printing of these timeless teachings is a treasure to be read and referred to again and again by seekers treading the spiritual path. The classic Sutras (thought-threads), at least 4,000 years old, cover the yogic teachings on ethics, meditation, and
... Read more
Chuang Tzu: Mystic, Moralist, and Social Reformer

Enriched edition. Daoist Parables on Reality, Relativism, and Living in Harmony Beyond Social Norms

by Zhuangzi ...

Translated by Herbert Allen Giles ...

In "Chuang Tzu: Mystic, Moralist, and Social Reformer," Zhuangzi presents a profound exploration of Daoist philosophy woven through parables and allegories that challenge conventional thought. Employing a whimsical yet incisive literary style, the text juxtaposes humor with deep moral questions, allowing readers to engage with themes of relativism, the nature of reality, and the pursuit of harmony ... Read more

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In "Chuang Tzu: Mystic, Moralist, and Social Reformer," Zhuangzi presents a profound exploration of Daoist philosophy woven through parables and allegories that challenge conventional thought. Employing a whimsical yet incisive literary style, the text juxtaposes humor with deep moral questions, allowing readers to engage with themes of relativism, the nature of reality, and the pursuit of harmony
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The Analects (Centaur Classics)

by Confucius ...

"How dare I claim to be a sage or a benevolent man?"By constructing the philosophy expressed through "The Analects", Confucius might well dare to make such a claim. "The Analects" are a collection of Confucius' sayings, compiled by his pupils shortly after his death in 497 B.C., and they reflect the extent to which Confucius held up a moral ideal for all men. The aim is the perfection of one's ... Read more

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"How dare I claim to be a sage or a benevolent man?"By constructing the philosophy expressed through "The Analects", Confucius might well dare to make such a claim. "The Analects" are a collection of Confucius' sayings, compiled by his pupils shortly after his death in 497 B.C., and they reflect the extent to which Confucius held up a moral ideal for all men. The aim is the perfection of one's
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The Art of War

by Sun Tzu ...

Translated by Thomas Cleary ...

Series series Shambhala Library
Conflict is an inevitable part of life, according to this ancient Chinese classic of strategy, but everything necessary to deal with conflict wisely, honorably, victoriously, is already present within us. Compiled more than two thousand years ago by a mysterious warrior-philosopher, The Art of War is still perhaps the most prestigious and influential book of strategy in the world, as eagerly ... Read more

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Conflict is an inevitable part of life, according to this ancient Chinese classic of strategy, but everything necessary to deal with conflict wisely, honorably, victoriously, is already present within us. Compiled more than two thousand years ago by a mysterious warrior-philosopher, The Art of War is still perhaps the most prestigious and influential book of strategy in the world, as eagerly
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Meditation Now or Never

by Steve Hagen ...

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Enlightenment May or May Not Happen

by Madhukar Thompson ...

"How can I tell if I'm making progress in my spiritual search?" "Can I speed it up at all, and if so -- how?" Answers to these and other crucial recurrent questions can be found in this book. But be warned: these answers are uncompromising and may shatter your misconceptions. Ramesh S. Balsekar -- life-long devotee of Ramana Maharshi, and disciple of Nisargadatta Maharaj-has been sharing his ... Read more

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"How can I tell if I'm making progress in my spiritual search?" "Can I speed it up at all, and if so -- how?" Answers to these and other crucial recurrent questions can be found in this book. But be warned: these answers are uncompromising and may shatter your misconceptions. Ramesh S. Balsekar -- life-long devotee of Ramana Maharshi, and disciple of Nisargadatta Maharaj-has been sharing his
... Read more
Bubishi

The Classic Manual of Combat

Treasured for centuries by karate's top masters, the Bubishi is a classic Chinese work on philosophy, strategy, medicine, and technique as they relate to the martial arts.Referred to as the "bible of karate" by famous master Chojun Miyagi, for hundreds of years the Bubishiwas a secret text passed from master to student in China and later in Okinawa. All of karate's legendary masters have studied ... Read more

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Treasured for centuries by karate's top masters, the Bubishi is a classic Chinese work on philosophy, strategy, medicine, and technique as they relate to the martial arts.Referred to as the "bible of karate" by famous master Chojun Miyagi, for hundreds of years the Bubishiwas a secret text passed from master to student in China and later in Okinawa. All of karate's legendary masters have studied
... Read more

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