The Analects (Penguin Classics) by Confucius (PDF)

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One of the most influential books in human history, in a revelatory new translationThe book that the Chinese have returned to repeatedly for reflection, renewal, and validation of their own views, The Analects was compiled by the disciples of Confucius, China’s earliest teacher and moral thinker, from his remarks and his conversations with rulers, political operators, and people he happened to meet. It laid the foundation of the Chinese idea of what is moral and what is politically viable, what is a good government and who has integrity. Featuring both the English and Chinese texts, this new translation, by one of the pre-eminent scholars of Confucius, draws on the most recent excavated manuscripts and centuries of scholarship to illuminate the historical context of Confucius’ teachings, explaining who the many local figures referenced are, and navigating a rich tradition of commentaries. The result is a map of Confucian thought that brings us as close as possible to experiencing Confucius as his followers might have 2,500 years ago.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

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⭐This book came in a bubblebag, i don’t like that for books. A part of the cover was scratched and a little dent on the back. This will be a gift. If my brother doesn’t want it with these shipping damages, it will be returned

⭐This version was translated by a Chinese-American scholar who had moved to the US when she was 12 so the English was perfect and easy to read. She had a lot of added commentary which gave you a very complete and understandable look at the times Confucius lived in. She used other Chinese commentators on his work to add to the reader’s understanding. He lived in turbulent time and I found his advice and admonitions to be relevant even to a 21st Century American.

⭐I had to buy this book for a university class called CHIN-1090. I didn’t understand the entire context at first, but then I read the Tao Te Ching, and in the context of the Tao Te Ching, this book now makes perfect sense.

⭐There is magic in Annping Chin’s commentarial remarks. They clarify Confucius’s words by providing cultural and linguistic detail. This makes “The Analects” fresh and meaningful. They “come to life”. I used to wonder why Confucius is held in esteem.

⭐I would like only the Analects, there seems to be to much interpretation.

⭐There are many English versions of the Lunyu (Analects) but this is arguably the best. The English is lucid but the outsatanding feature is the annotations that explain much that would be obscure to general readers and even sinologists whose expertise is on later periods.If you are curious about Confucius, this is the book to start with.

⭐Liking this a lot. Currently wading through it.

⭐Another great classic to enjoy!I love it.

⭐The Analects is the primary work within the Confucian canon, but by no means an easy read. The format of the book is a compilation of sayings attributed to Confucius, followed by analysis by the book’s translator Chin Anping. A clear strength is the updated translation, using the standard Pin Yin as opposed to the phonetically misleading Wade-Giles system, coupled with a more updated and correct understanding of the proverbs and sayings. The work’s primary focus is upon moral character, stressing the need to be humane, the character of a gentleman, and how a just ruler should behave. For the latter, there is surprisingly fewer analects than one would expect, which may leave those wanting a more clear understanding of the Chinese mindset on governance wanting for more. It is worth noting that the Analects is the first work in the Confucian canon, which was greatly expanding by followers such as Mencius and Xunzi. Not an easy read, but an essential one for understanding Chinese views on morals and principles.

⭐The Analects is to Ancient China what Meditations is to Ancient Rome. There are many versions of this deeply important work, but this translation by Annping Chin is the best of them all. Why? Because it is complete, one cannot understand the passages without commentary providing the context, and Annping Chin is one of the leading experts on the life of Confucius in the West, her translation and annotations bring the sentiments of the great philosopher-practitioner and his students to life. Secondly, this work features both the English translation and the original Chinese text for cross-reference. Confucianism is a philosophy that has many interpretations, it has survived for thousands of years and has a long way to go, this is the first choice text for understanding and important aspect of Chinese culture and receiving guidance for your own life.

⭐Can’t wait to read this baby, the first one got lost upon delivery.This book is important for philosophy in general, but more specifically, it is both cultural and historical for the Chinese (which is really good to further your views). Hence why one might want to read it.

⭐Read this to understand Xi Jinping

⭐Very good interpretation by this translator.

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