The elements of Taoism Author:Martin Palmer Taoism's roots lie in the China of five thousand years ago. This is an ancient religion and way of life which has shaped China through its combination of mysticism and science, poetry and humor, and philosophy and magic. The Elements of Taoism explains: What is at the heart of the spiritual wisdom of Taoism; What the shamanic and historical root... more »s of Taoism are; Who the main gods and godesses in Taoism are; How Taoism is very much alive today.« less