• Chinese Philosophy (English Edition): Politics, Metaphysics & Epistemology – A Framework for Understanding
  • Chinese Philosophy (English Edition): Politics, Metaphysics & Epistemology – A Framework for Understanding
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Chinese Philosophy (English Edition): Politics, Metaphysics & Epistemology – A Framework for Understanding

Chinese Philosophy (English Edition): Politics, Metaphysics & Epistemology – A Framework for Understanding

Pre-Qin Political Thinkers from Confucius to Hanfei, Han-Tang Metaphysics, Song-Ming Epistemology from Zhu Xi to Wang Yangming & Modern Comparative Philosophy — A Clear Guide
This book takes a different approach from most introductions to Chinese philosophy. Instead of walking through the dynasties one by one, it uses the categories you may already know from Western philosophy—political philosophy, metaphysics, epistemology, comparative philosophy—to show you what Chinese thinkers were actually arguing about. You start with pre-Qin political thinkers like Confucius, Mencius, Laozi, and Hanfei, then move to Han-Tang metaphysics and the Buddhist challenge, then to Song-Ming epistemology and the debate between Zhu Xi and Wang Yangming, and finally to modern Chinese philosophers responding to the West. If you want a structured way into Chinese thought that connects with the philosophical vocabulary you already have—rather than a dynasty-by-dynasty survey or an academic monograph—this is it.
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Discover the Essence of Chinese Thought

Are you intrigued by the philosophical traditions of China but unsure where to start? Chinese Philosophy by Dr. Haiming Wen provides an accessible yet comprehensive overview, tracing the evolution of Chinese philosophical sensibility from its ancient roots to its modern dialogues with the West. As part of the acclaimed "Cultural China Series," this book is expertly designed to introduce international readers to the profound depth of Chinese culture -7.

What’s Inside:

  • A Structured Philosophical Journey: The book cleverly employs Western philosophical categories to organize complex Chinese intellectual history, dividing it into distinct eras for easy understanding -1:

    • Chinese Political Philosophy: Explore the foundational thoughts of the Pre-Qin era, including the humanism of Confucius (Kongzi), the Daoist wisdom of Laozi and Zhuangzi, and the legalist theories of Hanfei.

    • Chinese Metaphysics: Journey through the Han to Tang Dynasties to understand Chinese cosmology, the ontology of Being and Nothingness from the Wei-Jin period, and the profound impact of Buddhist philosophy.

    • Chinese Epistemology: Delve into the Song-Ming dynasties, focusing on the relationship between the mind-heart and the world. This section covers the thoughts of Zhu Xi, Lu Jiuyuan, and the revolutionary idealism of Wang Yangming.

    • Modern & Comparative Philosophy: Witness how Chinese philosophy responds to and engages with Western philosophical traditions in the modern era, including the rise of New Confucianism -1-3.

  • Highlights of Key Thinkers: Get to know the towering figures of Chinese philosophy, including Mencius (Mengzi), Xunzi, and Sunzi (author of The Art of War), and understand their core doctrines in a clear, concise manner.

  • A Valuable Resource: Beyond the main text, the book includes valuable appendices, such as a table of key philosophical terms and a timeline of Chinese and Western philosophies, making it an excellent reference guide for students, travelers, or anyone interested in Chinese culture

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