This collection of translated texts includes:
- "Tao Te Ching: " Cleary's original translations of the great classic of Taoism, accompanied by his commentary illuminating the text and its context.
- "Chuang-tzu: " The "Inner Teachings" of a widely influential compendium of wisdom stories, fables, and anecdotes.
- "Wen-tzu: Understanding the Mysteries: " Another core text of Chinese Taoism, containing teachings also attributed to the author of the "Tao Te Ching. "
- "The Book of Leadership and Strategy: Lessons of the Chinese Masters: " One of the great Chinese teachings on the subtle arts of management and leadership at all levels.
- "Sex, Health, and Long Life: Manuals of Taoist Practice: " The techniques contained in these five texts reveal the transformative influence sex can have when wisely practiced.