Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon: Suwen in Plain Language

Author: Wang Hongtu
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Publishing Date: 2004-03-01
Features: The Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon Suwen is one of the earliest and most complete medical classics still preserved in China. It systematically reflects the medical achievements before the Qin and Han dynasties, constructs the basic framework of the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) theoretical system, and covers all aspects of TCM, from Yin-Yang and the Five Elements, Zang (organs), Xiang (manifestations), and diagnostic methods to treatment and health preservation. It has become the cornerstone of the development of TCM. Since its publication, it has been highly valued by generations of medical practitioners. The theories of various medical schools largely originate from the fundamental ideas of Suwen, making it one of the essential classic works that modern TCM scholars must read. However, due to its early composition, the text is archaic, the sentences are profound, and the medical principles are intricate, making it extremely difficult for beginners in TCM to understand and master. To help modern readers better learn and comprehend this book, we have compiled The Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon Suwen: A Colloquial Explanation. Based on decades of teaching experience and research, and referencing better colloquial explanation versions, the authors have provided comprehensive annotations and interpretations of the original text, striving to make the sentences more accessible and accurately reflect the original intent. This book includes five parts: the original text, summaries, annotations, colloquial explanations, and supplementary remarks. It is concise, practical, and highly readable, making it an excellent introductory TCM book. It is suitable for students and teachers of various TCM schools, beginners in TCM, and clinical practitioners as a reference. The Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon Suwen is one of the earliest and most complete medical classics still preserved in China. It systematically reflects the medical achievements before the Qin and Han dynasties, constructs the basic framework of the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) theoretical system, and covers all aspects of TCM, from Yin-Yang and the Five Elements, Zang (organs), Xiang (manifestations), and diagnostic methods to treatment and health preservation. It has become the cornerstone of the development of TCM. Since its publication, it has been highly valued by generations of medical practitioners. The theories of various medical schools largely originate from the fundamental ideas of Suwen, making it one of the essential classic works that modern TCM scholars must read. However, due to its early composition, the text is archaic, the sentences are profound, and the medical principles are intricate, making it extremely difficult for beginners in TCM to understand and master. To help modern readers better learn and comprehend this book, we have compiled The Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon Suwen: A Colloquial Explanation. Based on decades of teaching experience and research, and referencing better colloquial explanation versions, the authors have provided comprehensive annotations and interpretations of the original text, striving to make the sentences more accessible and accurately reflect the original intent. This book includes five parts: the original text, summaries, annotations, colloquial explanations, and supplementary remarks. It is concise, practical, and highly readable, making it an excellent introductory TCM book. It is suitable for students and teachers of various TCM schools, beginners in TCM, and clinical practitioners as a reference.