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product_id: 4101351
title: "The Essential Tao : An Initiation into the Heart of Taoism Through the Authentic Tao Te Ching and the Inner Teachings of Chuang-Tzu"
brand: "thomas cleary"
price: "VT5210"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/4101351-the-essential-tao-an-initiation-into-the-heart-of-taoism
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
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# The Essential Tao : An Initiation into the Heart of Taoism Through the Authentic Tao Te Ching and the Inner Teachings of Chuang-Tzu

**Brand:** thomas cleary
**Price:** VT5210
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** The Essential Tao : An Initiation into the Heart of Taoism Through the Authentic Tao Te Ching and the Inner Teachings of Chuang-Tzu by thomas cleary
- **How much does it cost?** VT5210 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Description

The Essential Tao : An Initiation into the Heart of Taoism Through the Authentic Tao Te Ching and the Inner Teachings of Chuang-Tzu

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## Customer Reviews

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    The only definitive translation worth reading!
  

*by M***O on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 21, 2018*

Cleary is hands down, by far and away the best translator of ancient Chinese texts... period!  His translations are so close to the richness of Chinese that one can decipher the lesser meanings hidden within of the Tao de Ching. Like unlocking a door to somewhere else, Cleary brings true indigenous Chinese philosophies to life in this transformative text.  It is a top 5 if I had to run out the door.. this one is at the top... it will never get old, ever!

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    Book - Tao Te Ching
  

*by K***K on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 5, 2009*

Shipping was fast!My only complaint is that the book was described as "like new", and it was perfect, except the dust jacket was misaligned on the book. It's really not that big of a deal, my boyfriend still loves his Valentine's Day gift. I just wish I would have been aware of this instead of finding out when I received the book.Other than the discrepancies between the product description and the actual product, I am happy with my purchase.

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    Nothing
  

*by T***Y on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 11, 2021*

Lost interestedNothing

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*Last updated: 2026-05-07*