The Yellow Emperor's Classic of Internal Medicine

This book I would recommend to any who are interested in learning chinese medicine. It is translated very well and broken down to where the reader can understand and practice with ease.

Dr. Ilza Veith is perhaps the first translator of the Nei Ching into English. She evidently began the translation of the Yellow Emperor's Classic in 1945 and it was originally published in 1949. The first 76 pages provide a synoptic explanation of this classic provided by Dr. Veith, followed by 3 appendix of historical commentary related to the development of the translation and the Nei Ching. Then the discussion begins between Huang Ti and Ch'i Po. This is required reading for students and practitioners alike. It is the type of text continually referenced and not suited to one reading due to the complexities and contradictions. It is the oldest medical text in the world. The comparison between Dr. Veith's translation and Dr. Ni's is rooted in contemporary language and pinyin, however, it is a good idea to have a dictionary on hand when reading either translation.

This is an advanced book for those with an interest in herbal, meditation, and natural foods healing. A lot of the text refers to references and ideas that many may not understand unless you have read previous books on similar subjects. A thorough understanding of the many concepts and ideas of Yin Yang are a must and an understanding of the ancient references to many of the body's organs. The knowledge in this book is given in a conversational method. Many students of the Yellow Emperor respectfully ask him questions and he answers in eliquent methods.