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Summary: What We Are Looking For Is Right In Front Of Us
Review: This is a well written, easily read book that provides and introduction and explanation of the general tenets of Tao through 5 main characters and the circumstances they are confronted with. Metaphor and real-life analysis and observation of how we live and think, and how Taoism can be applied to our perspectives and daily lives, if we want it to. Selection from the writings of Tao Te Ching, and other Taoist thinkers to the book's characters and stituations help explain the meanings for the neophyte.
The significant influence of Puritanism on our past and present U.S. history is also delved into. The Puritan influence has always been with us and I am convinced it always will be.
The American work week gets longer every year, according to studies, and we have less and less time for the good things in life: family, friends, introspection, personal growth, and even pursuing hobbies. We are constantly running from one place to another, both literally and figuratively, in search of--something. Fulfillment, happiness, or what have you. We try to buy it, acquire it, reach out to it. But it's right in front of our faces--we just have to allow ourselves to see it.
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Summary: Pooh and You
Review: This book is simply magnificent. I've been reading the Tao for years and never had I made the correlation of Pooh and Taoism. From the start you see how Hoff ties in Pooh to the ancient chinese philosophy, and having Pooh as a living and breathing character in the book helps. Pooh injects his simple nature and gentle humor into everything which is just so.. well, Taoist. I found myself entralled by how wonderful and charming Hoff made the book. He made it's reading an enjoyable process. Now for those of you who are new to Taoism or having trouble with its principle nature this will be a helpful book. I read some of the reviews of those who didn't understand the book or perhaps Taoism in general. Western minds often think too hard about everything. If you can relax and simply accept the book and its message as it is presented you should see its beauty. Taoism is like the sky is blue and the grass is green, it is simple and amazing and Pooh makes a great representative to deliver its teachings.
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Summary: A Fun, Clear Book on Taoism
Review: This book suits those with an interest in philosophy or Taoism in particular who also like a nice, easy read from time to time. There will always be those who dislike having such a serious subject equated with something so childlike, and yet that is what Taoism is all about--the childlike way of viewing the world, accepting reality for what it is rather than trying to force it to be what we want it to be. For those new to Taoism, it opens the door to a different way of viewing the world. To those not so new to it, it's a refreshing, fun take on the subject. This book is intended to explain the basic concepts of the philosophy. For those looking for an analytical or in-depth book on the subject, you need to look elsewhere.
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Summary: Piglet an Pooh
Review: The author of this book mentions early that it would be very hard to combine the teachings of the Tao with Winnie the Pooh. He said that his colleges said it was crazy and too dificult. Well, it was. Winnie the Pooh plays no role in this book besides mentioning several times how much honey he likes. So the author continues to explain the signifance of Tao and in between injects a pooh who is looking for honey or has some irrelevant conversation with Piglet. In conclusion, if you want to find out about Taoism, don't read this book.
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Summary: A good beginners tale of Taoism
Review: Almost everyone will agree that this is THE beginners book on Taoism. If you're only casually interested or want another perspective on the Tao, then this is the book to get. Hoff doesn't belabor the point, or fail to mention critical aspects of Taoism.
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Summary: Very Aspirational
Review: Very deep and requires a lot of thinking and reflection. I wrote a lot of stuff to keep up with the book and learn what is Taoism in its simplest meanings. It s finding inner peace. I like and relate to this book a lot.
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Summary: The perfect intro...
Review: one day during a strange conversation with the sister i loathed growing up, we found we'd developed common tastes in art and literature. at the time i was reading everything i could find on tantra, and she was reading everything she could find on taoism. so, the next time we got together we gave each other a book. she gave me "the tao of pooh", and i loved it! even though i've read several other good books on the subject since, i've still gone back to read this one agan. if you're just getting into taoism, this is the book to read first!
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Summary: A little gem
Review: Let me begin my review by saying that I have made significant contributions to the Hoff children college fund ... I have bought eight copies of this wonderful book for friends over the years. One of the lovely expositions of Taoist thought is the section on the print "The Vinegar Tasters," and there are many others. One of the problems of accessing 'that which cannot be described' is that ordinary langage is simply not capable of expressing the inexpressible---so we must approach an understanding of the material obliquely; or better, far better, by direct experience. This Hoff manages to do, eruditely and wittily. If "The Tao of Pooh" moved only one person to a serious contemplation of the Tao, Benjamin Hoff could be pleased. But to reinterpret the Tao, accurately and humorously---all the while pulling on the emotional landscape of a happy childhood spent with the Pooh series---is simply masterful. As an author, this is one of those books I wish fervently that I had written ... Recommended for all.
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Summary: Entertaining Read
Review: A very quick and addicting read that educate's the reader on Taoism in a most unusual and original way. Even if you are not interested in Taosim, philosophy, ect. this book will strike you as both informative and entertaining.
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Summary: good stuff
Review: I thought this book was wonderful and have recommended it to my parents and friends and especially anyone who still loves the cartoons from our childhood... the conversations with pooh and were great and you learn some of the best ways to live all in one fun book! what more could you ask? good stuff:)
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