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References -- Books and Links

Web Links and Internet Resources

Here are links to other Web and online resources devoted to the I Ching. I've explored many of these sites, but have not participated in the online readings. The information and reference works are marvelous, and the software utilities may be insightful for those who feel comfortable with computerized Oracle readings!

Know of another link that belongs in this list? Please Let Me Know and I will add it! Thanks!

I Ching Information, References, and Online Readings

Software and Shareware Programs

Other Related or Interesting Links

Books, Manuals, and other References

These are the I Ching books in my library, and are the ones that I use frequently as I consult the Oracle. While by no means an exhaustive list, these are books I've felt very comfortable with -- I'm not very interested in those cheesy Americanized "instant Ching" kind of books, which detract from the sacred respect the Oracle deserves.

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I Ching Books

  • Cleary, Thomas: I Ching The Book of Changes

    Published by Shambhala Books, Boston (1992). ISBN 0-87773-661-8. A small, pocket-sized translation which retains the "sacredness" of larger volumes. It has a brief introduction, but is best suited for those experienced with the Oracle and desire a translation small enough to fit in your front pocket!

  • Hook, Diana ffarington: The I Ching And You

    Published by Arkana Penguin Books, London (first published 1973, Arkana edition 1988). ISBN 0-14-019031-7. This book is one of the most useful guides to consulting the Oracle that I've seen, with extensive information about the wisdom and process of consulting the I Ching. No translations of the hexagrams.

  • Ritsema, Rudolf and Stephen Karcher: I Ching

    Published by Barnes and Noble Books, New York (1995). ISBN 1-56619-945-X. Easily the biggest book of the lot (at least by weight!), it offers a complete translation with extensive concordance (similar to a glossary of terms intermixed with each translation). It's nice, I feel comfortable with it, and I'm glad to have it, but I waited until it was on sale (half-price clearance at Barnes and Noble!).

  • Schorre, Jane and Carrin Dunne: Yijing Wondering and Wandering

    Published by Arts of China Seminars (2004). ISBN 0-96577-162-8. This book explores the Oracle in two parts - Wondering and Wandering. The former explores the hexagrams with classic stories and ancient paintings, and the latter continues the journey through the trigrams and line texts. I look forward to exploring this book and the thoughts and ideas that it shares.

  • W. A. Sherrill, Editor: The Astrology of I Ching

    Published by Arkana Penguin Books, London (first published 1976, Arkana edition 1993). ISBN 0-14-019439-8. Provides a wealth of information about how closely associated the I Ching is with astrology. Calculate your astrological birth hexagrams! Contains translations of the hexagrams with an astrological slant.

  • Walker, Brian Browne: The I Ching or Book of Changes -- A Guide to Life's Turning Points

    Published by St. Martin's Griffin Books, New York (1992). ISBN 0-312-09828-6. This is a beautiful book, and very portable. Its background is minimal, but the translations are very straightforward, direct, and clear. Not a great study of the Oracle itself, but a clear guide and wonderful companion to the Wilhelm/Baynes translation.

  • Whincup, Gregory: Rediscovering the I Ching

    Published by St. Martin's Griffin Books, New York (1986). ISBN 0-312-14131-9. A new approach to the Oracle, with fresh terms and thoughts about the trigrams and hexagrams. Whincup often deviates from the Wilhelm/Baynes translations with different approaches to the trigrams and hexagrams. I find it to be an interesting reference.

  • Wilhelm, Richard and Cary F. Baynes: The I Ching or Book of Changes

    Published by Princeton/Bollingen Books, New Jersey (Third Edition, 1967). ISBN 0-691-09750-X. This is the definitive translation of the Oracle. With a wonderful introduction by Carl Jung, this book has it all. While it is not the easiest of the translations to read, the journey of reading and internalizing the text will aid in your studies of the material it contains.

  • Wilhelm, Hellmut and Richard Wilhelm: Understanding the I Ching

    Published by Princeton/Bollingen Books, New Jersey (1995). ISBN 0-691-00171-5. The famous father and son team present their lectures on the Oracle (8 by Hellmut Wilhelm, and 4 by Richard Wilhelm). Fantastic and extremely in-dept analysis of all aspects of the I Ching.

Related and/or Interesting Books

  • Coelho, Paulo: The Alchemist: A Fable About Following Your Dream

    Published by Harper San Francisco (1995). ISBN 0-06250-218-2. This is an amazing book. Do not let the ease with which you read it conceal the beauty and power of its essence. The story is both a joy to read and a pleasure to ponder. I know this sounds cliche, but if you read only one book from this list I hope you read this one. (This book came before the Celestine series, below, and I believe its beauty and power are genuine and sincere.)

  • Combs, Allan and Mark Holland: Synchronicity -- Science, Myth, and the Trickster

    Published by Marlowe & Company Books, New York (Second Ed., 1989). ISBN 1-56924-845-1. Discussing science, myth, and the trickster, this book details our experiences with synchronicity. It presents insights from the scientific and psychological worlds as well as observations from everyday life.

  • Lovelock, James: Gaia

    Published by Oxford University Press, New York (Revised Ed., 1995). ISBN 0-19-286030-5. The Earth is alive -- in more ways than one! Gaia, A New Look at Life on Earth explores the possibilities that the Earth itself is one giant complex system or living organism.

  • Pearson, Carol S.: The Hero Within

    Published by HarperCollins Books, San Francisco (Revised Ed., 1989). ISBN 0-06-254862-X. This book presents six archetypes that describe who we are, and how we live our lives. They include the Innocent, the Orphan, the Magician, the Wanderer, the Martyr, and the Warrior (c.f. Redfield's four control dramas). A great source of insight!

  • Redfield, James: The Celestine Prophecy

    Published by Warner Books, New York (1993). This is an adventure story parable which presents both common observations and startling revelations about our lives. I like how it offers extremely important and very useful tools for thought and discussion with others. (This story is a bit more "new age" than the Alchemist but is still interesting.)

  • Redfield, James: The Tenth Insight

    Published by Warner Books, New York (1996). ISBN 0-446-51908-1. Continuing the exploration and saga of The Celestine Prophecy (TCP), this adventure story guides us further into our evolution of consciousness. While I think some of the ideas in this one are a bit of a stretch, the book is still interesting enough to include in your library.

  • Redfield, James and Carol Adrienne: The Celestine Prophecy: An Experimental Guide

    Published by Warner Books, New York (1995). ISBN 0-446-67122-3. A workbook, learning tool, and guide all rolled into one, this book discusses the nine insights revealed in The Celestine Prophecy. It offers both individual and group exercises and thought-tools to further our exploration of energy, harmony, and love. Even if you do not read the Celestine books, this workbook is a great tool for small group discussions.

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