Chuang-Tzu (also written Zhuangzi) is a key Daoist text attributed to the philosopher Zhuang Zhou; the term also refers to the author himself. The work comprises parables and philosophical dialogues exploring themes of spontaneity, freedom, and the limits of language. In English-language discourse, it is treated as a proper noun for classic Chinese philosophy and translated titles, often used in academic and literary contexts.
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