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Author | : Sun Tzu |
Publisher | : Sirius Entertainment |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2020-11 |
Genre | : Philosophy, Asian |
ISBN | : 9781839406997 |
This beautiful jacketed hardback collection brings together five iconic works of Eastern philosophy. Full of timeless wisdom and invaluable advice, these classic Chinese and Japanese texts condense the spiritual teachings from thousands of years of history. --Amazon.com
Author | : Sun Tzu |
Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages | : 796 |
Release | : 2016-10-01 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 1626868204 |
The words of the ancient Chinese sages are as timeless as they are wise. IBPA Benjamin Franklin Gold Award Winner 2017! The words of ancient Chinese philosophers have influenced other thinkers across the world for more than 2,000 years, and continue to shape our ideas today. The Art of War & Other Classics of Eastern Philosophy includes translations of Sun Tzu's Art of War, Lao-Tzu's Tao Te Ching, the teachings of the master sage Confucius, and the writings of Mencius. From insights on warfare and diplomacy to advice on how to deal with one's neighbors and colleagues, this collection of classical Eastern philosophy will provide readers with countless nuggets of wisdom.
Author | : Homer |
Publisher | : Arcturus Publishing |
Total Pages | : 1145 |
Release | : 2020-10-09 |
Genre | : Poetry |
ISBN | : 1398805378 |
The Iliad and The Odyssey are two epic poems from Ancient Greece which have become cornerstones of Western literature. This stunning jacketed hardback brings together these two works in an accessible prose translation, ideal for those wanting to be thrown into the action of these thrilling tales In The Iliad, the Greek's best warrior Achilles has abandoned the war with the Trojans on a mission of revenge. Only the death of his best friend Patroclus persuades Achilles to return to battle and confront the Trojan leader Hector in single combat. The Odyssey is set after the Trojan War as Odysseus sets off on his ten-year journey home to Ithica. Filled with fallible gods and foolhardy heroes, these two classic tales offer incredible insight into ancient Greek mythology and culture, as well as being thrilling reads. ABOUT THE SERIES: The World Classics Library series gathers together the works of authors and philosophers whose ideas have stood the test of time. Perfect for bibliophiles, these gorgeous jacketed hardbacks are a wonderful addition to any bookshelf.
Author | : Plato |
Publisher | : Sirius Entertainment |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2021-01-15 |
Genre | : Philosophy, Ancient |
ISBN | : 9781839407017 |
"Plato's ideas on morality, reason, justice, and religion have laid the foundations of Western philosophy. This beautiful jacketed hardback collects some of his most celebrated writings, including his iconic work The Republic. These Ancient Greek dialogues are written as conversations between Plato's mentor Socrates and various Athenian citizens, covering vast range of topics including the construction of communities, immortality of the soul, temperance, rhetoric and virtue. His writings have been studied for hundreds of years and yet remain strikingly relevant and accessible for a modern readership."--Amazon
Author | : Inazo Nitobe |
Publisher | : Arcturus Publishing |
Total Pages | : 89 |
Release | : 2017-09-21 |
Genre | : Philosophy |
ISBN | : 1788880382 |
This classic text by Inazo Nitobe defining the moral code of the warrior class or Samurai has had a huge impact both in the West and in Japan itself. Drawing on Japanese traditions such as Shinto and Buddhism, and citing parallels with Western philosophy and literature, Nitobe's text is essential reading for anyone who wishes to understand the culture and morals of Japan.
Author | : Ian Philip McGreal |
Publisher | : HarperResource |
Total Pages | : 542 |
Release | : 1995 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : |
Information on religious and philosophical thinkers from China, India, Japan, Korea and the Islamic world
Author | : Oliver Leaman |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 257 |
Release | : 2002-09-11 |
Genre | : Philosophy |
ISBN | : 1134689055 |
Key Concepts in Eastern Philosophy provides an extensive glossary of the main terms and concepts used in Eastern philosophy. The book includes definitions of philosophical ideas linked to the national traditions of: * Persia * India * Islamic world * China * Japan * Tibet including concepts from: * Zoroastrianism * Hinduism * Sufism * Islam * Confucianism * Shintoism * Taoism * Buddhism Each entry includes a guide for further reading and critical analysis, and is cross-referenced with associated concepts and is in easy-to-use A-Z format.
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Total Pages | : 274 |
Release | : 2020 |
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ISBN | : 0711253099 |
Author | : Gert Woerner |
Publisher | : Shambhala Publications |
Total Pages | : 489 |
Release | : 1994-05-10 |
Genre | : Philosophy |
ISBN | : 0877739803 |
With more than four thousand entries and over one hundred illustrations, this encyclopedia offers a complete survey of the four major religious traditions of Asia. It is designed not only for students and scholars but also to help general readers find their way through the thicket of unfamiliar words and concepts that are often encountered today in various fields such as the health professions, psychotherapy, the sciences, and the media. Among the subjects covered are: • Important terms such as chakra, karma, koan, nirvana, tantra, Tao, and yin-yang • The lives and teachings of mystics, philosophers, and masters of meditation • Basic texts and scriptures • Sects and schools of thought • Mythological figures and events In addition, pronunciation tables, a comprehensive bibliography, and a Ch'an/Zen Lineage Chart are provided.
Author | : Puqun Li |
Publisher | : Broadview Press |
Total Pages | : 365 |
Release | : 2012-07-19 |
Genre | : Philosophy |
ISBN | : 1554810345 |
This book guides readers through ten classic works of Asian philosophy. Several major schools of Eastern thought are discussed, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Daoism/Taoism, and Chan/Zen. The author connects the ideas of these schools to those of Western philosophy, thereby making the material accessible to people who are unfamiliar with the cultures and intellectual traditions of Asia. A wide range of important topics are addressed: reality, time, self, knowledge, ethics, human nature, enlightenment, and death.