Tao Te Ching

I have bought more than one copy of this treasured book to give to friends, one of whom has just departed for a world tour. This pocket format of the book is invaluable for anyone who is travelling and who wants to have some precious words of wisdom to which to refer each day. I keep this little book in my handbag always. I find Stephen Mitchell's translation so relevant, and it brings the essence of this work to life. Altogether a gem!

There is nothing much to say really. I already owned the Mitchell interpretation but I was looking for a pocket version. This was it. If you like the Tao Te Ching, want a good interpretation, and a copy that will fit easily in your inner pocket, look no further. At the price of a few spare coins, which you would probably use for a sandwich or a coffee anyway, it's well worth it.

Everyone should be given this book to read every seven years of their lives. So they can grow up to be thoughtful, decent, balanced human beings. It's such a shame so many people are dotting around the planet busying themselves with gossip, designer clothes and pretend 'coolness' to impress others and to feel they are better than others, when we are all exactly the same, with just different life stories. Everyone should read this book. If you have doubts, read it and hand it over to all your friends and family.

If you need more wisdom read this every day

This is a beautiful limpid translation. A joy to meditate on. The small size of the book encourage carrying it anytime and everywhere

love this book.

Great book, 4 stars because it's tiny! It could do with being titled the mini Tao Te Ching

Inspirational. The notes and explanations really bring the words to life