Musings of a Chinese Mystic - Selections from the Philosophy of Chuang Tzu by Lionel Giles audiobook.

Genre: philosophy

Enter a realm of witty paradox, luminous imagery, and quiet rebellion with Musings of a Chinese Mystic — Lionel Giles’ elegant selections from the philosophy of Chuang Tzu. This audiobook invites listeners to drift into the zany, humane world of one of Taoism’s greatest minds, where ordinary distinctions dissolve, freedom is found in spontaneity, and wisdom arrives as a playful challenge to social convention. Giles’ clear, respectful selections and translations preserve the original’s blend of gentle humor and startling insight: from the famous dream-of-the-butterfly parable to short, aphoristic reflections on death, nature, and the limits of language, each passage rewards both contemplative listening and unexpected laughter. Ideal for newcomers seeking an accessible introduction and for seasoned readers craving fresh perspective, this curated recording is paced for reflection; a skilled reader brings out the cadences and subtle ironies that make Zhuangzi’s thought both comforting and destabilizing. Put on your headphones and let these ancient musings loosen your judgments, widen your inner landscape, and leave you with a sense of lightness and wonder long after the last chapter ends.

Chapters (Approximate)

(00:00:00) Chapter 01

(00:22:08) Chapter 02

(00:40:45) Chapter 03

(00:48:00) Chapter 04

(00:56:54) Chapter 05

(01:00:54) Chapter 06

(01:13:33) Chapter 07

(01:22:54) Chapter 08

(01:26:22) Chapter 09

(01:37:37) Chapter 10

(01:44:21) Chapter 11

(01:49:42) Chapter 12

(01:59:17) Chapter 13

(02:22:14) Chapter 14

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