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The Book of Lieh-tzu "Liezi"

Traditionally attributed to Lie Yukou; Eva Wong (translator)

Taoist stories; transformation; spontaneity.

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Subject matter
Taoist stories; transformation; spontaneity
Culture / tradition
Taoism; China
Publication / composition
Received text c. 4th century CE
Edition publication year
Not specified
Historical figures
Traditionally attributed to Lie Yukou
Historical timeframe
Classical Era (500 BCE–500 CE) · 301 CE – 400 CE

No single reliable event period assigned; thematic, mythical, broad or unconfirmed subject. Timeline uses composition / publication range date 301 to 400; no event timeframe assigned.