莊子

About the Author

Zhuangzi, an ancient Chinese philosopher of the Warring States period (circa 369–286 BCE), is revered as one of the foundational figures in Daoist thought, whose enigmatic writings blend profound wisdom with whimsical parables to challenge conventional perceptions of reality, self, and the natural order. Living during a time of social upheaval, he served briefly as a minor official but ultimately embraced a life of reclusion, rejecting worldly ambitions in favor of harmony with the Dao. His seminal text, Zhuangzi, explores themes of relativism, spontaneity, and the illusion of distinctions through stories featuring dreamers, butterflies, and free-spirited wanderers, influencing generations of thinkers, poets, and artists across East Asia and beyond. The modern edition, Zhuangzi New Translation (Traditional Chinese Edition), offers fresh accessibility to his timeless insights for contemporary readers seeking philosophical depth amid modern chaos.