The Most Complete Ethiopian Bible: 157 Books – Expanded Version in EnglishUnlock the Full Spectrum of Sacred Wisdom with Three Exclusive BonusesIn a world where spiritual seekers yearn for authenticity and a deeper connection to sacred traditions, the Most Complete Ethiopian Bible offers an unparalleled experience. With an impressive collection of 157 books, this exceptional edition brings together scriptures meticulously translated and compiled into a single, comprehensive work, now enhanced with three exclusive bonuses for an even richer journey.A Spiritual Treasure Like No OtherThis remarkable edition features well-known texts such as Enoch, Jubilees, and Meqabyan, alongside rare and rediscovered apocryphal writings that have remained hidden for centuries. For the first time, these sacred scriptures—previously scattered and difficult to access—are available in one cohesive volume, expertly translated into English.More than a Bible, it’s a spiritual masterpiece, designed to transcend the boundaries of traditional religious texts and offer profound insights to theologians, spiritual seekers, and history enthusiasts alike.Unmatched Scholarly TranslationEvery book has been translated with the utmost care, precision, and reverence to preserve the authenticity of the original texts while making them accessible to modern readers. Each page serves as an invitation to engage deeply with the wisdom and teachings preserved through the ages, creating a profound connection to both history and spirituality.Three Exclusive BonusesEnhance your journey with these unique and valuable additions:Over 100 Hours of Curated Video ContentUnlock a wealth of expertly led video materials that dive into the historical, cultural, and theological contexts of the texts, enriching your understanding.Access to our Exclusive GroupGain entry to a carefully curated space offering exclusive insights, materials, and in-depth content designed to enhance your reading experience.A Secret BonusAn exciting and enriching surprise awaits, crafted to add an extra layer of discovery and value to your spiritual journey.Why This Edition Stands ApartExtensive Collection: With 157 books, this Ethiopian Bible provides one of the most comprehensive compilations of sacred texts available today.Rediscovered Apocrypha: Dive into rare and forgotten writings that unlock hidden spiritual truths beyond the familiar canon.Interactive Learning: The inclusion of video content and exclusive group access transforms your reading into a dynamic and enriched experience.Refined Design: Featuring larger, more readable fonts and a sophisticated layout, this Bible is a pleasure to explore and a worthy addition to any personal library.Your Journey AwaitsThis Bible isn’t just a book—it’s a spiritual gateway. Whether you’re seeking to deepen your understanding of ancient texts or embark on a journey of personal discovery, this edition is your ultimate resource for unlocking hidden truths and embracing the full breadth of divine wisdom.Start your transformative journey today with the Most Complete Ethiopian Bible. Read more

Brilliant distillations of the strategies of war—and the subtle social game of everyday life—by the bestselling author of The 48 Laws of Power and The Laws of Human Nature Robert Greene’s groundbreaking guides, The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction, and Mastery, espouse profound, timeless lessons from the events of history to help readers vanquish an enemy, ensnare an unsuspecting victim, or become the greatest in your field. In The 33 Strategies of War, Greene has crafted an important addition to this ruthless and unique series. Spanning world civilizations, synthesizing dozens of political, philosophical, and religious texts and thousands of years of violent conflict, The 33 Strategies of War is the I-Ching of conflict, the contemporary companion to Sun Tzu’s The Art of War. Abundantly illustrated with examples from history, including the folly and genius of everyone from Napoleon to Margaret Thatcher, Shaka the Zulu to Lord Nelson, Hannibal to Ulysses S. Grant, as well as movie moguls, Samurai swordsmen, and diplomats, each of the thirty-three chapters outlines a strategy that will help you win life’s wars. Learn the offensive strategies that require you to maintain the initiative and negotiate from a position of strength, or the defensive strategies designed to help you respond to dangerous situations and avoid unwinnable wars. The great warriors of battlefields and drawing rooms alike demonstrate prudence, agility, balance, and calm, and a keen understanding that the rational, resourceful, and intuitive always defeat the panicked, the uncreative, and the stupid. An indispensable book, The 33 Strategies of War provides all the psychological ammunition you need to overcome patterns of failure and forever gain the upper hand. Read more

In the tradition of Bertrand Russell's Why I Am Not a Christian and Sam Harris' recent best-seller, The End of Faith, Christopher Hitchens makes the ultimate case against religion. With a close and erudite reading of the major religious texts, he documents the ways in which religion is a man-made wish, a cause of dangerous sexual repression, and a distortion of our origins in the cosmos. With eloquent clarity, Hitchens frames the argument for a more secular life based on science and reason, in which hell is replaced by the Hubble Telescope's view of the universe, and Moses and the burning bush give way to the beauty of the double helix. Read more

In this "important and pioneering" book, a science writer reintroduces listeners to The Snake, encouraging our initial reaction to the slithery creature to be one of awe rather than disgust (The New York Times Book Review).For millennia, depictions of snakes as alternatively beautiful and menacing creatures have appeared in religious texts, mythology, poetry, and beyond. From the foundational deities of ancient Egypt to the reactions of squeamish children today, it is a historically commonplace belief that snakes are devious, dangerous, and even evil. But where there is hatred and fear, there is also fascination and reverence. How is it that creatures so despised and sinister, so foreign of movement and ostensibly devoid of sociality and emotion, have fired the imaginations of poets, prophets, and painters across time and cultures?In Slither, Stephen S. Hall presents a naturalistic, cultural, ecological, and scientific meditation on these loathed yet magnetic creatures. In each chapter, he explores a biological aspect of The Snake, such as their cold blooded metabolism and venomous nature, alongside their mythology, artistic depictions, and cultural veneration. In doing so, he explores not only what neurologically triggers our wary fascination with these limbless creatures, but also how the current generation of snake scientists is using cutting-edge technologies to discover new truths about these evolutionarily ancient creatures—truths that may ultimately affect and enhance human health. Read more

In this "important and pioneering" (The New York Times Book Review) book, a science writer reintroduces readers to The Snake, encouraging our initial reaction to the slithery creature to be one of awe rather than disgust. For millennia, depictions of snakes as alternatively beautiful and menacing creatures have appeared in religious texts, mythology, poetry, and beyond. From the foundational deities of ancient Egypt to the reactions of squeamish children today, it is a historically commonplace belief that snakes are devious, dangerous, and even evil. But where there is hatred and fear, there is also fascination and reverence. How is it that creatures so despised and sinister, so foreign of movement and ostensibly devoid of sociality and emotion, have fired the imaginations of poets, prophets, and painters across time and cultures?   In Slither, Stephen S. Hall presents a naturalistic, cultural, ecological, and scientific meditation on these loathed yet magnetic creatures. In each chapter, he explores a biological aspect of The Snake, such as their cold blooded metabolism and venomous nature, alongside their mythology, artistic depictions, and cultural veneration. In doing so, he explores not only what neurologically triggers our wary fascination with these limbless creatures, but also how the current generation of snake scientists is using cutting-edge technologies to discover new truths about these evolutionarily ancient creatures—truths that may ultimately affect and enhance human health. Read more

The powerful coming-of-age story of an ultra-Orthodox child who was born to become a rabbinic leader and instead became a womanAbby Stein was raised in a Hasidic Jewish community in Brooklyn, isolated in a culture that lives according to the laws and practices of 18th century Eastern Europe, speaking only Yiddish and Hebrew and shunning modern life. Stein was born as the first son in a dynastic rabbinical family, poised to become a leader of the next generation of Hasidic Jews. But Abby felt certain at a young age that she was a girl. She suppressed her desire for a new body while looking for answers wherever she could find them, from forbidden religious texts to smuggled secular examinations of faith. Finally, she orchestrated a personal exodus from ultra-Orthodox manhood to mainstream femininity - a radical choice that forced her to leave her home, her family, her way of life. Powerful in the truths it reveals about biology, culture, faith, and identity, Becoming Eve poses the enduring question: How far will you go to become the person you were meant to be? Read more

The present volume offers a compilation of different translations of a singular and compelling document, the Didache, or the "Teaching of the Twelve Apostles." This early Christian text, possibly written in the first or second century, serves as a valuable guide to the ethical norms and religious practices of the earliest Christian communities. By presenting the translations of J.B. Lightfoot, Alexander Roberts and James Donaldson, Kirsopp Lake, and Charles H. Hoole, this book seeks to illuminate the diverse perspectives and interpretative choices that shape our understanding of this significant early Christian text.In the realm of translation, each rendering is as much an interpretation as it is a replication. Every translator approaches a text with their unique perspective, knowledge, and cultural backdrop, which invariably affects their interpretation. Each brings their understanding of the context, cultural nuances, historical connotations, and linguistic subtleties to the task of rendering the source text into their language. This premise is strongly manifested in the translations of the Didache featured in this volume.J.B. Lightfoot, a profound scholar and theologian of the 19th century, was renowned for his expertise in the apostolic fathers and early Christian history. His translation of the Didache stands as a testament to his deep erudition and meticulous approach, with particular attention paid to historical context. His work is lauded for its accuracy and clear expression of the moral and liturgical instructions of the original text.Alexander Roberts and James Donaldson's work forms a part of the expansive 'Ante-Nicene Fathers' collection, providing invaluable insight into early Christian literature. Their translation of the Didache, done collaboratively, represents a synergy of scholarly perspective and theological understanding, delivering an interpretation that is both comprehensive and grounded in theological scholarship.Kirsopp Lake, a celebrated scholar of the early 20th century, brought a fresh approach to the study of early Christian literature. His translation of the Didache is characterized by its scholarly precision, lucidity, and deep understanding of early Christian practices. Lake's work is known for its meticulousness and a nuanced understanding of the socio-cultural milieu of early Christianity.Charles H. Hoole's translation, albeit less widely known, offers a distinct perspective on the Didache. Hoole's unique interpretive choices provide readers with an alternative lens through which to view the text, enriching our understanding of its complex moral and liturgical directives.This collection invites the reader to explore the Didache through multiple lenses, acknowledging that each translation is an interpretation influenced by the translator's context, insights, and scholarship. Together, these diverse translations provide a fuller, multi-faceted understanding of the Didache, enhancing our comprehension of early Christian life and thought. By recognizing the value in each of these translations, readers can appreciate the richness of interpretation and the breadth of understanding that can be gleaned from this vital document of early Christianity.Our hope is that this collection will serve not only as a comprehensive resource for those studying the Didache, but also as a testament to the inherent diversity and depth that can be found in the exploration and translation of religious texts. Herein lies the beauty of this compilation: in the variance and versatility of interpretation, we find a richer, more nuanced understanding of one of Christianity's earliest instructional texts. Read more

🔍 What ancient wisdom was hidden from mankind for over 2,000 years?Discover the forbidden knowledge that shaped biblical history in "The Book of Enoch Complete Edition" by renowned scholar Dr. Nathaniel Avery. This definitive collection unites all three Books of Enoch in one comprehensive volume—now available in both regular and large print editions.Inside this authoritative collection, you'll uncover:• The complete Ethiopian Book of Enoch (1 Enoch)• The full Slavonic Book of Enoch (2 Enoch)• The entire Hebrew Book of Enoch (3 Enoch)• Expert commentary illuminating Enoch in the Bible• Ancient prophecies missing from traditional biblical textsThis Comprehensive Edition Reveals:✓ The origins of evil and the fall of the Watchers✓ Prophetic visions of the end times✓ Ancient cosmology and angelology✓ Enoch's heavenly journeys and divine revelations✓ Hidden wisdom from the oldest biblical sourcesPerfect For:• Biblical scholars seeking deeper understanding• Spiritual seekers exploring the books of Enoch• Students of religious history and prophecy• Anyone fascinated by ancient wisdom literature• Readers interested in early Jewish and Christian textsWhy Choose This Edition:Dr. Avery's meticulous research provides:• Clear, accessible translations of all three Books of Enoch• Detailed commentary on each section• Historical context and biblical connections• Understanding of ancient cosmology• Insights into prophetic traditionsAvailable Formats:📗 Premium Hardcover📖 Book of Enoch Large Print Edition📱 Digital eBook (Only $0.99!)Discover Ancient Secrets Like:• How the Watchers influenced human history• The true nature of angels and celestial beings• Prophecies about humanity's destiny• Enoch's role as Heaven's scribe• Hidden wisdom from the patriarchal ageDon't settle for incomplete translations or simplified interpretations. This definitive collection brings together all three Books of Enoch with expert analysis, making ancient wisdom accessible to modern readers.BONUS INCLUDED: Dr. Avery's comprehensive introduction explains the historical context and significance of each Book of Enoch, helping you understand these texts in their proper context.🔥 Special Feature: The large print edition offers enhanced readability without sacrificing scholarly depth—perfect for detailed study and comfortable reading.Scroll up and click "Buy Now" to unlock the ancient mysteries that shaped our spiritual heritage. Join thousands of readers who have discovered why the Books of Enoch remain some of history's most fascinating religious texts."A masterwork of scholarship that brings ancient wisdom into the modern age." - Biblical Archaeology Review Read more

Explore the Rich Tapestry of Sacred Scriptures: 'Ethiopian Bible in English Complete'Step into a world of spiritual depth and historical richness with this meticulously crafted English translation of a unique biblical canon. More than just a collection of religious texts, this edition is a gateway to a profound spiritual heritage that spans centuries.Here’s what makes this version a must-have:88 Books: Includes the traditional 66 books of the Old and New Testaments plus an additional 22 apocryphal books. The complete list encompasses: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, Ruth, I Samuel, II Samuel, I Kings, II Kings, I Chronicles, II Chronicles, Prayer of Manasseh, Jubilees, Enoch, Ezra, Nehemiah, I Esdras, II Esdras, Tobit, Judith, Esther, Addition to Esther, I Meqabyan, II Meqabyan, III Meqabyan, Job, Psalms, I & II Proverbs (Messale and Tegsats), Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon, The Book of Wisdom, Sirach, Isaiah, The Ascension of Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Letter of Jeremiah, Baruch, Ezekiel, Daniel, Susannah, Bel and the Dragon, Prayer of Azariah, Song of the Three Young Men, Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi, Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Acts, Romans, I Corinthians, II Corinthians, Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, I Thessalonians, II Thessalonians, I Timothy, II Timothy, Titus, Philemon, Hebrews, James, I Peter, II Peter, I John, II John, III John, Jude, Revelation, The First Epistle of Clement to the Corinthians, and The Second Epistle of Clement to the Corinthians.Easy to read: This edition is printed in a clear 10.5 pt font size, making it accessible and comfortable for extended reading sessions.Enhanced Navigation: Each chapter of every book is conveniently abbreviated (e.g., Genesis as Gen.1, Gen.2, etc.), allowing for quick and easy navigation through the texts.Perfect for scholars, theologians, and anyone interested in the profound spiritual heritage of these texts, this edition offers an accessible pathway to explore the sacred writings in great detail. Whether for academic study, personal reflection, or communal reading, this Bible serves as a profound resource for enriching your spiritual journey. Read more

2013 Reprint of 1937 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. The first chapter of this essay provides a soundly skeptical, mythicist take on Christian origins, while simultaneously asserting Lemurian and Atlantean sources for esoteric traditions. The next three chapters are organized according to the book's pattern: brain/spirit, heart/emotions, and generative organs/physical sensation. In the chapter on "The Spinal Column" corresponding to the heart, there is also a discussion of clairvoyance and mediumship, and in the chapter on "The Infernal Worlds" Hall additionally provides an exposition of color symbolism. The final chapter of Occult Anatomy is on "embryology," which offers readings of religious texts as perinatal allegories. It then continues with a thumbnail description of the seven-year cyclical climacteric pattern of individual human development. Read more

Brilliant distillations of the strategies of war—and the subtle social game of everyday life—by the bestselling author of The 48 Laws of Power and The Laws of Human Nature Robert Greene’s groundbreaking guides, The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction, and Mastery, espouse profound, timeless lessons from the events of history to help readers vanquish an enemy, ensnare an unsuspecting victim, or become the greatest in your field. In The 33 Strategies of War, Greene has crafted an important addition to this ruthless and unique series. Spanning world civilizations, synthesizing dozens of political, philosophical, and religious texts and thousands of years of violent conflict, The 33 Strategies of War is the I-Ching of conflict, the contemporary companion to Sun Tzu’s The Art of War. Abundantly illustrated with examples from history, including the folly and genius of everyone from Napoleon to Margaret Thatcher, Shaka the Zulu to Lord Nelson, Hannibal to Ulysses S. Grant, as well as movie moguls, Samurai swordsmen, and diplomats, each of the thirty-three chapters outlines a strategy that will help you win life’s wars. Learn the offensive strategies that require you to maintain the initiative and negotiate from a position of strength, or the defensive strategies designed to help you respond to dangerous situations and avoid unwinnable wars. The great warriors of battlefields and drawing rooms alike demonstrate prudence, agility, balance, and calm, and a keen understanding that the rational, resourceful, and intuitive always defeat the panicked, the uncreative, and the stupid. An indispensable book, The 33 Strategies of War provides all the psychological ammunition you need to overcome patterns of failure and forever gain the upper hand. Read more

Whether you're a lifelong believer, a devout atheist, or someone who remains uncertain about the role of religion in our lives, this insightful manifesto will engage you with its provocative ideas. With a close and studied reading of the major religious texts, Christopher Hitchens documents the ways in which religion is a man-made wish, a cause of dangerous sexual repression, and a distortion of our origins in the cosmos. With eloquent clarity, Hitchens frames the argument for a more secular life based on science and reason, in which hell is replaced by the Hubble Telescope's awesome view of the universe, and Moses and the burning bush give way to the beauty and symmetry of the double helix. In the tradition of Bertrand Russell's Why I Am Not a Christian and Sam Harris's The End of Faith, Christopher Hitchens makes the ultimate case against religion. Read more

This deluxe Noah Press collection has all 3 books of Enoch, as well as 3 bonus important gospels of Judas, Mary & Philip. And, if that wasn't enough, we have a full chapter on the origins of the books of Enoch, and their present-day status.The Books of Enoch are ancient Hebrew apocalyptic religious texts ascribed to Enoch, the son of Jared, the father of Methuselah, and the great-grandfather of Noah.The books of Enoch contain a lot of unique material seen in no other book. From the origins of demons and Nephilim, to the reasons why some angels fell from heaven, to an explanation of why the Genesis flood was morally necessary, and a prophetic exposition of the one 1,000-year reign of the Messiah. Read more

In the highly acclaimed bestselling A Call to Action, President Jimmy Carter addresses the world’s most serious, pervasive, and ignored violation of basic human rights: the ongoing discrimination and violence against women and girls.President Carter was encouraged to write this book by a wide coalition of leaders of all faiths. His urgent report covers a system of discrimination that extends to every nation. Women are deprived of equal opportunity in wealthier nations and “owned” by men in others, forced to suffer servitude, child marriage, and genital cutting. The most vulnerable and their children are trapped in war and violence. A Call to Action addresses the suffering inflicted upon women by a false interpretation of carefully selected religious texts and a growing tolerance of violence and warfare. Key verses are often omitted or quoted out of context by male religious leaders to exalt the status of men and exclude women. And in nations that accept or even glorify violence, this perceived inequality becomes the basis for abuse. Carter draws upon his own experiences and the testimony of courageous women from all regions and all major religions to demonstrate that women around the world, more than half of all human beings, are being denied equal rights. This is an informed and passionate charge about a devastating effect on economic prosperity and unconscionable human suffering. It affects us all.

In this "important and pioneering" (The New York Times Book Review) book, a science writer reintroduces readers to The Snake, encouraging our initial reaction to the slithery creature to be one of awe rather than disgust. For millennia, depictions of snakes as alternatively beautiful and menacing creatures have appeared in religious texts, mythology, poetry, and beyond. From the foundational deities of ancient Egypt to the reactions of squeamish children today, it is a historically commonplace belief that snakes are devious, dangerous, and even evil. But where there is hatred and fear, there is also fascination and reverence. How is it that creatures so despised and sinister, so foreign of movement and ostensibly devoid of sociality and emotion, have fired the imaginations of poets, prophets, and painters across time and cultures?   In Slither, Stephen S. Hall presents a naturalistic, cultural, ecological, and scientific meditation on these loathed yet magnetic creatures. In each chapter, he explores a biological aspect of The Snake, such as their cold blooded metabolism and venomous nature, alongside their mythology, artistic depictions, and cultural veneration. In doing so, he explores not only what neurologically triggers our wary fascination with these limbless creatures, but also how the current generation of snake scientists is using cutting-edge technologies to discover new truths about these evolutionarily ancient creatures—truths that may ultimately affect and enhance human health. Read more

The most important text in Judaism after the Old Testament—available for the first time in Penguin ClassicsOne of the most significant religious texts in the world, The Talmud is a compilation of the teachings of major Jewish scholars from the classic period of rabbinic Judaism. In a range of styles, including commentary, parables, proverbs, and anecdotes, it provides guidance on all aspects of everyday life. This selection of its most illuminating passages makes accessible to modern readers the centuries of Jewish thought contained within. Norman Solomon's lucid translation from the Bavli (Babylonian) is accompanied by an introduction on The Talmud's arrangement, social and historical background, reception, and authors.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators. Read more

One of the best-selling English-language translations of the Taoteching.“A refreshing new translation. . . . Highly recommended.”—Library Journal“With its clarity and scholarly range, this version of the Taoteching works as both a readable text and a valuable resource of Taoist interpretation.”—Publishers Weekly“Read it in confidence that it comes as close as possible to expressing the Chinese text in English.”—Victor Mair, professor of Chinese studies, University of PennsylvaniaLao-tzu’s Taoteching is an essential volume of world literature, and Red Pine’s nuanced and authoritative English translation—reissued and published with the Chinese text en face—is one of the best-selling versions. Features that set this volume apart from other translations are its commentaries by scores of Taoist scholars, poets, monks, recluses, adepts, and emperors spanning more than two thousand years. “I envisioned this book,” Red Pine notes in his introduction, “as a discussion between Lao-tzu and a group of people who have thought deeply about his text.”Sages have no mind of their owntheir mind is the mind of the peopleto the good they are goodto the bad they are gooduntil they become goodto the true they are trueto the false they are trueuntil they become true . . .Lao-tzu (ca. 600 BCE) was a Chinese sage who Confucius called “a dragon among men.” He served as Keeper of the Royal Archives and authored the Taoteching.Red Pine is one of the world’s foremost translators of Chinese literary and religious texts. His books include The Heart Sutra, Poems of the Masters, and a collection of all the known poems by the mountain hermit Han Shan, The Collected Songs of Cold Mountain. Read more

Imagine a world without Principia Mathematica, Rights of Man, the Bible, Shakespeare, or the Mahabharata. Remarkable Books features 75 of the world’s most momentous titles – from The Art of War to Anne Frank’s Diary – and reveals their far-ranging impact.Books are the medium through which scientists, storytellers, and philosophers introduce their ideas. Discover seminal religious and political titles, cornerstones of science such as On the Origin of Species, and ancient texts such as the I Ching, which is still used today to answer fundamental questions about human existence.Get up close to see fascinating details, such as Vesalius’ exquisite anatomical illustrations in Epitome, Leonardo da Vinci’s annotated notebooks, or the hand-decorated pages in the Gutenberg Bible. Discover why Euclid’s Elements of Geometry was the most influential maths title ever published, and marvel at rare treasures such as the Aubin Codex, which tells the history of the Aztecs and the early Spanish colonial period in Mexico. Remarkable Books gathers stories, diaries, scientific treatises, plays, dictionaries, and religious texts into a stunning celebration of the power of books. Read more

“A refreshing new translation. . . . Highly recommended.”—Library Journal“With its clarity and scholarly range, this version of the Taoteching works as both a readable text and a valuable resource of Taoist interpretation.”—Publishers Weekly“Read it in confidence that it comes as close as possible to expressing the Chinese text in English.”—Victor Mair, professor of Chinese studies, University of PennsylvaniaLao-tzu’s Taoteching is an essential volume of world literature, and Red Pine’s nuanced and authoritative English translation—reissued and published with the Chinese text en face—is one of the best-selling versions. What sets this volume apart from other translations are its commentaries by scores of Taoist scholars, poets, monks, recluses, adepts, and emperors spanning more than two thousand years. “I envisioned this book,” Red Pine notes in his introduction, “as a discussion between Lao-tzu and a group of people who have thought deeply about his text.”Sages have no mind of their owntheir mind is the mind of the peopleto the good they are goodto the bad they are gooduntil they become goodto the true they are trueto the false they are trueuntil they become true . . .Lao-tzu (ca. 600 BCE) was a Chinese sage who Confucius called “a dragon among men.” He served as Keeper of the Royal Archives and authored the Taoteching.Red Pine is one of the world’s foremost translators of Chinese literary and religious texts. Read more

A Zen-Taoist poetry classic, in a handsome Chinese-English formatThis definitive translation of Han Shan’s poetry appears in a bilingual Chinese-English format. Included are extensive notes, a preface by renowned translator Red Pine, a findings list, and photographs of the cave and surrounding area where Han Shan (“Cold Mountain”) lived.Cold Mountain is one of the most revered poets in China. He was a Taoist/Buddhist hermit who begged for food at temples, often sang and drank with cowherds, and became an immortal figure in the history of Chinese literature and Zen. His poems were written twelve-hundred years ago on the rocks, trees, and temple walls of China’s Tientai Mountains. This revised edition also includes poems by Han Shan’s colleagues, Pickup (Shih-te) and Big Stick (Feng-kan), translated here for the first time.As Red Pine begins his Preface, “If China’s literary critics were put in charge of organizing a tea for their country’s greatest poets of the past, Cold Mountain would not be on many invitation lists. Yet no other poet occupies the altars of China’s temples and shines, where his statue often stands alongside immortals and bodhisattvas. He is equally revered in Korea and Japan. And when Jack Kerouac dedicated The Dharma Bums to him in 1958, Cold Mountain became the guardian angel of a generation of Westerners as well.”Reviews of Red Pine's Collected Songs of Cold Mountain:”The translator’s preface describes his rendition of the life of Cold Mountain, offering an excellent historical and philosophical context for the simple yet profound poems attributed to the poet."—Library Journal“These are poems one must taste fully and drink whole... The poems of Han-shan read like a journal or memoir, and they often work as Zen koans, challenging the mind to go beyond the words and reason.”—Parabola“Red Pine... has given us the first full collection of Han Shan’s songs in an idiom that is clear, graceful, and neutral enough to last... His translations are accurate and mirror the music of the originals... The Collected Songs of Cold Mountain is a considerable performance and a truly valuable book. Thanks to Copper Canyon's high standards of bookmaking, it is beautiful to hold and behold; thanks to Red Pine’s care, it will survive as the definitive text of Han Shan in English for many years. It belongs on the shelf of everyone with an interest in poetry and... should be opened often."—The Bloomsbury Review“An exquisite publication that captures the Taoist practice of passionate attention, of being still inside and relaxed in the comforts and discomforts around you, going nowhere else... We discover this in the poet’s vision and spirit, in the precision and balance of the translator’s scholarship and heart, and in the elegant wilderness of the bookmaker’s art around them. On every level this is a beautiful book.”—Judges’ comments on awarding the WESTAF Award in Translation“Cold Mountain’s colloquial poetry...sound like inspired raps—marvelously direct, with skips, jumps, verbal nudges and abrupt revelations... The volume is beautifully produced, with a long and careful introduction... This is an indispensable book.”—The Berkeley Monthly“More than anyone else, Red Pine has made [Han Shan’s] spontaneous poems accessible to Western readers... In this new, expanded edition, invaluable notes and an extensive new critical preface provide a contextual awareness, not just for the poems, but for their sources in Buddhist and Confucian culture.”—Inquiring MindRed Pine is one of the world’s leading translators of Chinese literary and religious texts. His other translations include Lao-tzu’s Taoteching (isbn 9781556592904) and Poems of the Masters: China’s Classic Anthology of T’ang and Sung Dynasty Verse (isbn 9781556591952). Read more