Description
A visual retelling of the classic Book of the Way - The Tao Te Ching. Told though the eyes of a contemporary Tai Chi wanderer, carrying muddy boots, a warm flask, and the quiet knowing that nothing lasts.
Hi, I’m Paul Read — aka the teapotmonk - teacher, author, and long-time Tai Chi tinkerer.After decades teaching around the world, I’ve distilled what actually works into one simple, adaptable toolkit for beginners.
No jargon. No judgement. Just breath, stillness, and the gentle art of letting go.
"This version is grounded, clear, and refreshingly modern. The language flows like Tai Chi—simple, balanced, and unforced. It doesn’t try to impress, just to be. If you practice Tai Chi or lean toward the Taoist path, this version feels like it was made for you.
A book that applies the Tao: Reading and doing are different skills. So the pages draw on Tai Chi—where philosophy moves, roots, balances, and breathes.
Nothing to Do, Nowhere to Go is a quiet celebration of living lightly, listening deeply, and standing still—especially when everyone else is shouting.
Less a guidebook, more a refuge. A 21st-century reimagining of the Tao Te Ching, drawn in soft lines and vanishing steps.
I’ve been waiting with bated breath. Ever since Paul announced this I have been waiting patiently. I am not disappointed.
BOOK DETAILS
- Pages: 267
- 81 illustrations
- Weight 518g
Common Questions
I don't want a paperback. Is there a digital version?
Yes. It's available https://play.21stcenturytaichi.com/b/nothing-to-do-ebook
How do I get the course?
Purchased from the 21st century tai chi site? You'll get an automatic email link sent out. Ordered from another distributor? Contact me with order number (email address is in book) or send me an image of the book once it arrives.
"Details
Publisher - BookVAULT Publishing
Language - English
Perfect Bound
Contributors
Author
Paul Read
Cherry Jeffs
Published Date - 2025-06-14
ISBN - 9781806211197
Dimensions - 21.0 x 14.8 x 1.6 cm
Page Count - 278
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