I Ching or Book of Changes: Ancient Chinese wisdom to inspire and enlighten

REALLY GOOD ONE AND VERY CLEAR UNDERSTANDING AND EXPLANATION IN DETAILS. Really easy to use. ❤️

This is the most in depth version of this book I've seen. Some people have reviewed this as 'heavy going' but you have to bare in mind that the forwards are taken from much, much older editions with older language with longer words. Some of the Iching itself is translated from old Chinese language that no longer exists and in some cases has been difficult to translate. I think some knowledge of basic Chinese philosophy may be beneficial prior to reading. In my personal opinion, I'd say this was the best version I've seen - I've already learned and understood more in this book about the Iching than from any other publications. I shall no doubt, read it more than once.

I have two copies of the I Ching. One a very westernised and simple version I Ching Workbook: Gift Set (Deluxe Gift Set): Gift Set (Deluxe Gift Set) and the other is this version. I think you can get the real flavour of the tao with Wilhelm's translation. I use it regulary to consult about my life and its proven invaluable. Some of the writting seems very true to how I'd imagine a authentic chinese edition to be. But don't let that put you off I've found it has only deepened my undestanding of the Tao.

I'm writing this review on behalf of my son who I bought the book for. He said: "Unlike Carl Jung in his introduction, I didn't ask the I-Ching before writing this. The Richard Wilhelm translation is the definitive/must-have rendering of the I-Ching, and this edition is exactly that, with the lovely introduction by Carl Jung. I can't criticize the content, except to say ... be wary, this is potentially a very dangerous book if used without appropriate understanding (and psychological soundness). It's just a shame the book is bound with a cheap-looking, plasticky, reflective cover which does take away from the mystique a little. I'd recommend not purchasing this first-hand here and instead find yourself a nice, slightly battered copy, if you want to add a bit more mood or mystery to proceedings."

I have had a few i ching books - I've had this one for years and bought it for others. This translation is the best & most comprehensive imo. I'm surprised people are giving it bad reviews, saying they can't understand it or it's 'heavy reading' - it's a very ancient text, not Russel Grant's horoscope. It comes from a world very different to ours and some of it needs to be transposed into a meaningful message for modern times and the specific issue in question - that is the job of the reader, not the author. One reviewer said it contradicts itself - life contradicts itself. The i ching isn't about fortune telling - it's an oracle that predicts what will happen if the current situation plays out. It isn't about set destinies, it's about cause & effect. If you go into this book deeply enough you will be amazed at the system and wisdom within. Wilhelm illuminates this better than anyone I have read so far & the added bonus of Jung makes this book well worth the money. I used mine so much the back pages have started falling out but I don't resent buying another copy. I wouldn't be without this book in my library.

It's the I Ching; what can I say but that the content is brilliant! The thick book itself is pretty light considering it has more than 700 pages. The cover has creased and looks worn, but that, for me, personalizes the tome. Nevertheless, when travelling I keep the book inside the Amazon envelope it arrived in.

This is the second time I have purchased this exact book from Amazon, as the first one which I purchased well over 10 years ago is now falling to pieces. I would have given this book 5 stars for its content, as it is a classic, and no other I-Ching book compares, as far as I’m concerned. Unfortunately, I’ve had to subtract 2 stars for the quality. The pages are very flimsy and you can see from the photo that the bottom corner of the cover is showing signs of splitting, even though I have only opened it twice since purchase, and both those times I was exceedingly careful in handling. I’m in two minds whether or not to return it, as it is just too much hassle and not worth it for the price I paid, which I thought was very reasonable if you were to base it on its contents alone. I would recommend, if you are considering buying this classic, save up, and buy the hardback instead.

Good not as easy to read as The Complete I Ching by A Huang but still excellent In conjunction with A Huang for balance.

This superb version of the ancient I CHING Chinese Classic is full of important understanding of human situations and life and its hexagrams predict real life situation in its own often indirect and unique style, which requires a considerable degree of self-knowledge and perception by those seeking answers to situations in their lives. The historic forward by Carl Jung really says it all.

All Time Classic. A must read book for anyone who wants to get into I-Ching.

Hello. I am curious to find out why my book is written backwards. Literally. The book begins at the end of the book. And ends in the beginning. I will try to attach a photo. As you will see page 4 is on the right and page 5 on the left. Ah I was also able to attach a video.

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This is a reference book, and it is made to be use only once. They used very poor-quality paper and no wonder they did not gave use access to the inside page, because you would have saw the bad lettering. Try to find this amazing book somewhere else.