Ancient Wisdom I - Hardcover

Zbar, P.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1892123452 ISBN 13: 9781892123459

Publisher: Capital Books, 2002

Synopsis

Through the mythical tale of the young scholar Chu Shui Hu, and more than 60 lyrical calligraphic paintings, "Ancient Wisdom I" is a book for all who yearn for deeper understanding. Hu s patron, Lord Xi Er Gong, challenges him to abandon his headstrong ways and live the ascetic monastic life of the calligrapher, poet and scholar. He is ordered to master this most demanding artistic discipline and compose profound scrolls that will bring accolades to the House of Xi Er Gong. When he rebels, Xi admonishes him. You have yet to learn the great secret of life. Without it, the doors to heaven remain eternally sealed. Thus begins Hu s struggle to gain wisdom and unlock the power of the secret Chi. "Ancient Wisdom I" is a coming-of-age tale for all times.

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Review

"Ancient Wisdom I: The Mythical tale of the Scholar Chu Shui Hu is a fable of Chinese calligraphy, philosophy, and wisdom brought to brilliant life for a Western audience.Highly recommended for students of Eastern philosophy and Chinese wisdom, Ancient Wisdom I is a unique and inspiring book."

About the Author

PZbar is the pseudonym of Philip Z. Trupp, who has spent decades exploring the world, studying ancient languages, art, poetry, natural history, and Chinese calligraphy. Though he has published many books on a wide range of topics, he believes an "established" writing persona shadows the reader's imagination and artificially places the author on a self-limiting path. PZbar is the name he has chosen for this work.

Edition details

• Publisher: Capital Books
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1892123452
• ISBN 13: 9781892123459
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 144