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Chronicles of Tao: The Secret Life of a Taoist Master
A guide to freeing ourselves from the inappropriate and crippling behaviors that sabotage our success.
Paperback, 496 pages
Published
October 8th 1993
by HarperOne
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A good story. Offers the reader a glimpse into the tumultuous period of war and unrest which dominated the first half of the 20th century in China. More interesting to me however was the way the author used the personal experiences of the main character to explain Taoist thought and practices. My interest in martial arts was also a big reason for liking this one. Its packed full of training in various martial arts as well as in mediatation and Taoist alchemy/medicine.
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This is the life story of young boy's journey as he leaves his wealthy family in imperial china, becomes a Taoist monk on Hua Mountain, matures and leaves the mountain, and experiences many fascinating trials. In addition to his lessons and growth in Taoism and Hua Quan Kung Fu, his relationship with his master is a central theme.
This book is especially important to me because it presents the experience of Hua Quan Kung Fu, which I'm presently training under one of the only existing s...more
This book is especially important to me because it presents the experience of Hua Quan Kung Fu, which I'm presently training under one of the only existing s...more
If you like martial arts and Chinese epics.
I read this book back in 1983 and loved it. If you're a fan of the martial arts, then you should really read this one. It's like a print version of a really good traditional martial arts movie, with all the Daoist mysticism and trappings that go with it. I'm pretty sure that my reading this book is what led me down the path of eventually studying Kung Fu.
If you are into martial arts, particularly Chinese martial arts, you will really enjoy this book. It follows the life of a taoist monk (?) from childhood through his old age. It's supposed to be a true story...you be the judge.
This is remarkably good. I enjoyed the tale and having it unfold with the respect to the fullness of nature. I was brought from appreciative laughter to bowing my head in a show of respect. I suspect you will too.
Secret life of a Taoist master. Some very interesting parts. A few very good teachings and lessons. Mostly story though. Supposedly true, which would make it much cooler.
Supposedly true, this book is great!!! A great story, a great representation of the fascinating aspects of taoism... a novel to really get lost in!
Man...this book tells the awesome story of a Taoist monk who goes through all sorts of adventures on his way to finding himself.
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I love Kungfu movies. I also love to read. Now combine those two mediums into one, and what do you get? This book. I love it!
I have no idea how much of this book is non-fiction. I suppose some of it must be. In any event, it's a great story.
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Loved this journey. A great book that can be read in short sessions. The content is meant to be pondered.
A bit slow, but full of information on Daoism.
a great book to read.
Little gems of worldly knowledge sprinkled throughout this epic tale of one man's life.
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