The Essential Mengzi by Mengzi

The Essential Mengzi by Mengzi

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Summary

A translation of the "Mengzi (Mencius)" that provides some of the most frequently studied portions of the work along with relevant passages from the classic commentary of Zhu Xi - one of the most influential and insightful interpreters of Confucianism. It includes a glossary and bibliography.

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The Essential Mengzi by Mengzi

The Essential Mengzi offers a representative selection from Bryan Van Norden's acclaimed translation of the full work, including the most frequently studied passages and covering all of the work's major themes. An appendix of selections from the classic commentary of Zhu Xi--one of the most influential and insightful interpreters of Confucianism--keyed to relevant passages, provides access to the text and to its reception and interpretation. Also included are a general Introduction, timeline, glossary, and selected bibliography.

Bryan W. Van Norden is Professor in the Philosophy Department and in the Department of Chinese and Japanese at Vassar College.

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ISBN 13 9780872209855
ISBN 10 0872209857
Title The Essential Mengzi
Author Mengzi
Series Hackett Classics
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Hackett Publishing Company, Inc.
Year published 2009-09-15
Number of pages 200
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.