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Reid covers a vast amount of information in a comfortable and approachable style. He highlights the theoretical foundations of Taoist thought through a description of the one source (Tao), the two poles (yin and yang), the three powers (heaven, earth, and man), the four foundations (blood, energy, nourishment, and resistance), the five energies (wood,...

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Chi-gung (qi gong), the ancient Chinese system for personal cultivation of health and longevity, is based on the early Taoist principles that address the fundamental forces of heaven, earth, and man. In his absorbing and readable presentation, Reid covers not only theoretical, historical, and philosophical aspects, but as well provides fundamentals...

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The author has sought to provide everything a reader might need to know to begin exploring Chinese herbal medicine. The book includes a brief overview of the basic terms and concepts; simple instructions on how to prepare herbal formulas at home; an illustrated guide to 108 widely used Chinese herbs, with descriptions, therapeutic effects, preparation...

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The author presents a review of Taoist practice based on personal experience and on scholarship. He covers historical and philosophical aspects, fasting, nutrition, breathing, exercise, and healing arts. Another major section of the text discusses the Taoist bedroom arts, considering topics such as yin and yang, birth control, ejaculation control, and...