Thomas Cleary, prolific translator of eastern texts, dies at 72
Mr. Clearys 1988 translation of The Art of War, a book written more than 2,000 years ago, was among his most popular works.
by Neil Genzlinger
(NYT NEWS SERVICE)
.- Thomas Cleary, who translated scores of Buddhist, Taoist, ancient Chinese and other texts into English, greatly broadening access to these works in the West, died June 20 in Oakland, California. He was 72.
His brother J.C. Cleary, who is also a translator, said the cause was complications of heart and lung damage from previous illnesses.
Cleary, who lived in Oakland, published more than 80 works, which in turn have been translated into more than 20 other languages, his publisher, Shambhala Publications, said in a post on its website.
Thomas Cleary, Prolific Translator of Eastern Texts, Dies at 72
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