The Analects of Confucius by Arthur Waley

The Analects of Confucius by Arthur Waley

One of the most influential books of all time, The Analects of Confucius collects the sayings and wisdom of the Chinese philosopher and his followers. Still as relevant today as they were over two thousand years ago, these teachings together present a moral code that values virtue above all, and make up the core values of the Confucian tradition. 

This edition includes a full introduction that gives the social and political background of the ancient work, analyses of key terms in Chinese thought, and a careful study of the history of the book and its interpretations. There are also full notes illuminating the references to contemporary events and clarifying obscure passages. An essential work of literature and philosophy, The Analects of Confucius has shaped generations of readers around the world.

After being appointed Assistant Keeper of Oriental Prints and Manuscripts at the British Museum, Arthur Waley (1889-1966) learned himself Chinese and Japanese in order to help categorize the museum's collection of artworks. He went on to become one of the most well-known translators of Asian classics into English throughout his lifetime. The Tale of Genji, Monkey (The Trip to the West), The Pillow Book of Sei Shonagon, and The Analects of Confucius are among the books he has translated.

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ISBN 13	9780679722960
ISBN 10	0679722963
Title	The Analects of Confucius
Author	Arthur Waley
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Random House USA Inc
Year published	1989-08-28
Number of pages	256
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