Dictionary of Taoist Internal Alchemy (Handbook of Oriental Studies. Section 4 China, 38)

Book info: Dictionary of Taoist Internal Alchemy (Handbook of Oriental Studies. Section 4 China, 38) (Hardcover, 472 pages) – Brill, 2024. Language: English.

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. Editorial Reviews About the Author Fabrizio Pregadio, Ph.D. (1990), Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, has taught in Italy, Germany, the U.S., and Canada. He is the editor of the Encyclopedia of Taoism (2008) and has published numerous studies and translations of Taoist alchemical texts.