An Introduction to Chinese Philosophy (Cambridge Introductions to Philosophy) 2nd Edition by Karyn Lai (PDF)

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This second edition of An Introduction to Chinese Philosophy presents a comprehensive introduction to key ideas and arguments in early Chinese philosophy. Written in clear, accessible language, it explores philosophical traditions including Confucianism, Daoism, Mohism, Legalism and Chinese Buddhism, and how they have shaped Chinese thought. Drawing on the key classical texts as well as up-to-date scholarship, the discussions range across ethics, metaphysics and epistemology, while also bringing out distinctive elements in Chinese philosophy that fall between the gaps in these disciplinary divisions, hence challenging some prevailing assumptions of Western philosophy. Topics include human nature, selfhood and agency; emotions and behaviour; the place of language in the world; knowledge and action; and social and political responsibility. This second edition incorporates new ideas and approaches from some recently excavated texts that change the landscape of Chinese intellectual history.

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⭐This is an enlightening introduction to Chinese philosophy, my only regret being that this 2nd expanded edition too cannot cover adequately the scope and depth of Chinese philosophy.In particular, reading it from the perspective of my interests in political philosophy in general and rulership in particular, I would have liked a longer discussion of the so-called legalistic school (a term I find rather inadequate for what is a fascinating version of statecraft), the conception of scholar-officials, the role of censorship, and Chinese Mirrors for Rulers (only few of which are available in English, and often hard to get).Also, basic disagreements on human nature, such as between Xunzi and Mencius (p. 35) might well have received more attention throughout the book.But these personal interests of mine in no way touch upon the overall quality and importance of this introductory but fundamental text. Given the contemplative-moral resources provided by Chinese philosophy, much of which continues to be relevant for socio-political affairs (as demonstrated by the growing body of literature applying Neo-Confucian ideas to modern governance), this book is obligatory reading for all seriously interested in political philosophy and its future.Professor Yehezkel DrorThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem

⭐Complex writing for no reason! Bought this for a course, if it’s not assigned to you skip it and read something better. This book is a bad introduction into Chinese philosophy in general.

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