Books
The Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching
A new translation (2014) of the Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching (Laozi, Daodejing).
A VISUAL INTERPRETATION. A book to illustrate the depth, subtlety and richness of the language and philosophy of realism by explaining the visuals provided by key Chinese characters and the pictograms that precede them. Even if a translation appears fairly straightforward, all interpretation is subjective; it must be. Just as every translator interprets, every reader brings his or her abilities to understanding (interpreting) what they read. So it is, will be, and always has been, you will interpret what I have interpreted. Valuing this tendency rather than fighting that which is natural, I intend to offer up ways of seeing the text: Together we will re-view the text through its images rather than hearing only the words as traditionally translated.
© 2014/15 - 8-1/2"x11" Paperback (199 pages): $19.00
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E-book available on Amazon, Google Play: $4.99
Below is the small version - Same text, small print, smaller size, smaller price, alternate title . . .
The Laozi, Daodejing © 2015 - 6"x9" Paperback (203 pages): $13.60
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The Occidental Tourist
This book is current yet timeless. My sister and I, mainly, discuss race, culture, politics and values. What could at times be considered arcane or futile debate is bracketed by the fact that Donald Trump's run for president of the United States has attracted so many ardent supporters; one such being my sister Sharon. Although we only mention Donald Trump a couple of times within our yearlong debate, the same attitudes that radiate from his persona cause certain people and their issues to gravitate to his campaign. Alongside this push and pull we seem to be witnessing the disintegration of at least one political party while finding concern about what may rise from these ashes.
© 2016 - 6"x9" Paperback (280 pages): $10.55
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