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Chuang-Tzu: A New Selected Translation with an Exposition of the Philosophy of Kuo Hsiang (China Academic Library) Paperback - 2016
by Tzu, Chuang
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- Title Chuang-Tzu: A New Selected Translation with an Exposition of the Philosophy of Kuo Hsiang (China Academic Library)
- Author Tzu, Chuang
- Binding Paperback
- Condition Used - Good
- Pages 78
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Springer
- Date 2016-08-23
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Illustrated
- Bookseller's Inventory # 3662516535.G
- ISBN 9783662516539 / 3662516535
- Weight 0.33 lbs (0.15 kg)
- Dimensions 9.21 x 6.14 x 0.21 in (23.39 x 15.60 x 0.53 cm)
- Dewey Decimal Code 181
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From the rear cover
This book reprints an ancient Chinese work from the late Warring States period (3rd century BC) that contains stories and anecdotes exemplifying the carefree nature of the ideal Taoist sage. Chuang Tzu's philosophy represents the main current of Taoist teachings, and his text is widely regarded as both deeply insightful and a great achievement in the Chinese poetical essay form. The version presented was translated by Feng Yu-lan, the famous Chinese philosopher, who puts more emphasis on Chuang Tzu's philosophy than do previous attempts. William James once said that every great philosopher has a personal vision. When one has grasped that vision, the whole system can be easily understood. And Croc once said that the greater a philosophical system is, the simpler the central idea. Although the present translation is limited to the first seven chapters of Chuang Tzu's writings, it accurately conveys his main vision and ideas.