Dictionary of Taoist Internal Alchemy - (Handbook of Oriental Studies. Section 4 China) by Fabrizio Pregadio (Hardcover)

About the Book

This comprehensive dictionary deciphers the vast and varied terminology of Internal Alchemy (Neidan), a cornerstone tradition in the history of Taoism. Drawing from original Chinese texts, it offers translations, definitions, and usage examples for over a thousand key terms.

Book Synopsis

This dictionary offers a unique perspective on the vast and varied terminology of Taoist Internal Alchemy (Neidan). Drawing on major original texts and premodern lexicons, it provides translations, definitions, and usage examples for over a thousand terms common throughout the tradition.
A comprehensive index of English equivalents allows readers to easily locate the corresponding Chinese terms.
Beyond serving as a reference for those reading, studying, or translating Neidan texts, the dictionary's entries offer glimpses into the rich imagery and poetic language of Internal Alchemy.