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Taoism is based on the writings of the Eastern philosopher Lao Tzu.
Taoism is generally more focused with nature, mankind, politics, and this life. It is all about balance and going with the flow of things. Buddhism is laid out pretty clear with lists of truths and specific steps towards enlightenment. Taoism is much more enigmatic and isn't trying to get you to an afterlife. The 'goal' of Taoism is harmony with nature and the world around us, awareness of the present moment, and going with the flow. The goal of Buddhism is self annihilation and total detachment by reaching nirvana.
Taoism is not really a religion but a way of life. Many folk religions in East Asia have syncretistically blended with Taoism, but Taoism(like Buddhism) is generally apatheistic... meaning the existence of a God is irrelevant to the practitioner.
An interesting note as to how taoism and buddhism relate to anarchism. Taoism is unique in that it explicitly supports anarchist societies and rejects governments outright. While anarchistic principles can be derived from buddhist thought, Lao Tzu (who was an ex-govt worker) was pretty clear on government.
Some Sources For You:
http://personaltao.com/teachings/recommended-books/tao-te-ching-2/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taoism
http://taoism101.freehostia.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFb7Hxva5rg
The best sources on taoism come from Lao Tzu himself. These two translations have served me well:
-http://www.amazon.com/Complete-Works-Lao-Tzu-Ching/dp/0937064009/ref=sr_1_108?ie=UTF8&qid=1457992946&sr=8-108&keywords=tao+te+ching
-http://www.amazon.com/Way-Life-According-Laotzu/dp/0399512985/ref=sr_1_152?ie=UTF8&qid=1457993091&sr=8-152&keywords=tao+te+ching
You can also find free versions of the Tao te Ching online:
-http://www.taoism.net/ttc/complete.htm
PM if you want to discuss in depth about it and stuff. :)