Mencius
Mencius (Penguin Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140449716
- author:
- Mencius
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 129mm X 198mm
- Genre:
- Oriental & Indian philosophy
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Mencius is a foundational text in Chinese philosophy, written by one of the most influential thinkers of ancient China. In this collection of dialogues, Mencius shares his ideas with kings, dukes, and military leaders, as well as other philosophers, exploring the nature of goodness, righteousness, and harmony with humanity and the universe. Mencius' teachings emphasize the importance of perfecting one's innate moral nature and acting with benevolence and justice. His views on the duties of subjects and their rulers, as well as the evils of war, have had a lasting impact on Confucian thought. This translation is part of Penguin Classics, a leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world, offering authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes from distinguished scholars and contemporary authors.
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