Zhuangzi (book)
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The Zhuangzi (C. 莊子; historically romanized "Chuang Tzŭ") is one of the two foundational texts of Daoism, alongside the Daode jing. It was written during the late Warring States period (476–221 BC) and is named for its author, Zhuangzi (aka. Zhuang Zhou).
The Zhuangzi consists of stories and maxims that exemplify the nature of the ideal Daoist sage. It recounts many anecdotes, allegories, parables, and fables, often expressed with irreverence or humor. Recurring themes include embracing spontaneity and achieving freedom from the human world and its conventions.
Further reading
Zhuangzi (book), Wikipedia- Kuang-ming Wu (1990), The Butterfly as Companion: Meditations on the First Three Chapters of the Chuang-Tzu, SUNY Press. Publisher's page
