The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of The Tao of Pooh
Book Review: A fabulous explaination of a difficult topic
Summary: 5 Stars
Benjamin Hoff has taken an intricate and complex philosophy and distilled it to its essence in the delightful Tao of Pooh. This is much easier to read and understand than the I Ching (Book of Changes) or the Tao ti Ching (Book of the Way.) With Pooh as your guide, Hoff clearly articulates the lessons and tenets of the Tao ("the Way").Taoism, a Chinese peasant religion and philosophy, was founded by Lao Tzu in the 5th century BC. Essentially it urges its followers not to resist the natural ebb and flow of life - after all, nature will always win, so why waste the energy? Hoff, using Pooh and the other characters of the Hundred Acre Wood, illustrate how "the Way" is practiced in day-to-day situations.
Yet there is more to this wonderful little book than an elucidation of Taoism in practice. Hoff takes neither himself or his subject too seriously, often times having "conversations" with Pooh who, in his almost child-like simplicity, both emphasizes and embodies living "the Way".
This is no children's book - but it is fun to read for its message, its messenger and its content. I recommend it without reservation.
Book Review: A fun and easy book to read book
Summary: 5 Stars
This book is truly heart warming. Whether you are interested in Taoism or just a little introspection, this book can help you to have a good time.Book Review: A fun read
Summary: 5 Stars
Interesting method of describing some of the ideas of Taoism. It makes me wonder if the creator of Winnie-the-Pooh was a student of Taoism. An excellent analysis of Pooh as a expounder of Tao. The book didn't get a 10 in my eyes because Hoff comes down a little hard on the Puritans. He takes as much of a ethnocentric view of them as they did of the Native Americans. But, he should know better. Otherwise, I definitely recommend the book.Book Review: A good beginners tale of Taoism
Summary: 5 Stars
Almost everyone will agree that this is THE beginners book on Taoism. If you're only casually interested or want another perspective on the Tao, then this is the book to get. Hoff doesn't belabor the point, or fail to mention critical aspects of Taoism.Book Review: A good book on taoism and pooh.
Summary: 4 Stars
This book explains Taoism and how it translates into "the way". It talks about how pooh doesn't conplain constantly like eore and calculate, he just is. He sees a situation as it is, and explains that that is the tao of pooh. He later talks about Lao Tzu-the founder of Taoism.It is a very imformative book on a very well known character and how he relates to a fairly uncommon religion