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The analects of Confucius / translated by Burton Watson.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Confucius.
- Series:
- Translations from the Asian classics.
- Translations from the Asian classics
- Standardized Title:
- Lun yu. English
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Confucius. Lun yu.
- Confucius.
- Philosophy, Chinese.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (246 p.)
- Place of Publication:
- New York : Columbia University Press, c2007.
- Language Note:
- English
- Summary:
- Compiled by disciples of Confucius in the centuries following his death in 479 B.C.E., The Analects of Confucius is a collection of aphorisms and historical anecdotes embodying the basic values of the Confucian tradition: learning, morality, ritual decorum, and filial piety. Reflecting the model eras of Chinese antiquity, the Analects offers valuable insights into successful governance and the ideal organization of society. Filled with humor and sarcasm, it reads like a casual conversation between teacher and student, emphasizing the role of the individual in the attainment of knowledge and t
- Notes:
- Description based upon print version of record.
- Includes bibliographical references.
- ISBN:
- 9786613628091
- 9781280598265
- 1280598263
- 9780231511995
- 023151199X
- OCLC:
- 829462167
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