庄周

Also known as: [战国]庄周

Notable works
ZhuangziZhuangzi: Pure and Beautiful Collector's EditionZhuangzi

4 written works

About the author

Zhuang Zhou was a renowned thinker and essayist in ancient China, commonly known as Zhuangzi. Publicly available information about his life is limited, and details such as his birthplace and dates of birth and death are not clearly recorded in our database. Judging from the works that have come down to us, his best-known representative work is the Zhuangzi, a book woven from fables, aphorisms, and spontaneous sayings. It unfolds with magnificent imagination and lively language, using parables and stories to convey reflections on life and nature. The four works in our collection all center on the Zhuangzi, including different editions and selections, which shows its enduring influence among readers. These works are often classified under Eastern philosophy and inspirational growth, suggesting that Zhuang Zhou's style and thought can enter philosophical discussion while also offering accessible inspiration to general readers. He was skilled at turning abstract ideas into vivid images that reward careful reading.

Written (4)

Publishers

China Overseas Publishing HouseNew World Press