A Short History of Chinese Philosophy

by Yu-lan Fung, Derk Bodde (Editor)

Overview

The classic chronicle of Chinese philosophical thought from the third millennium to the 20th century.

From the sage-kings of ancient China to the 1911 overthrow of the oldest monarchical system in the world, Chinese philosophy has evolved and influenced schools of thought around the world. In an accessible voice, A Short History of Chinese Philosophy clearly illuminates Confucianism, Taoism, Mohism, Yin-Yang, and more. For those interested in philosophy or Asian studies, this is the perfect window into ancient and modern Chinese ideology.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781501169625
Publisher:	Free Press
Publication date:	01/17/2017
Sold by:	SIMON & SCHUSTER
Format:	eBook
Pages:	400
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Responsible for reintroduing the study of Chinese philosophy in the 20th century, Feng Yu-lan is considered the father of Neo-Confucianism. He studied at Columbia University and taught at Quinghua University and Peking University. He died in 1990.