Perhaps the most broadly influential spiritual text in human history, Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching is the source of Taoist philosophy, which eventually developed into Ch'an (Zen) Buddhism. Equally influential in the social sphere, Confucious' Analects is the source of social wisdom in China. The Chuang Tzu is the wild and wacky prose complement to the Tao Te Ching. And with its philosophical story-telling, the Menicius adds depth and complexity to Confucius' vision.

The Mencius is one of the foundational texts of Confucian thought, a collection of dialogues, debates, and moral reflections centered on the cultivation of humane government and the innate tendencies of human nature toward goodness. Written in lucid, rhetorically vigorous prose, it combines anecdote, analogy, political counsel, and ethical argument. As part of the later Confucian canon, it develops themes from the Analects while giving them a more systematic philosophical shape, especially...

A collection of ancient Chinese literature with an active table of contents.Works include:"The Analects of Confucius" by Confucius"The Art of War" by Sun Tzu"Dream of the Red Chamber: Book I" by Cao Xueqin"Dream of the Red Chamber: Book II" by Cao Xueqin"The Sayings of Mencius: Book I" by Mencius"The Shi-King" by Confucius"The Sorrows of Han"The Tao the King or The Tao and Its Characteristics" by Lao-Tse"The Travels of Fâ-Hien" by Fâ-Hien

Mencius was one of the great philosophers of ancient China, second only in influence to Confucius, whose teachings he defended and expanded. The Mencius, in which he recounts his dialogues with kings, dukes and military men, as well as other philosophers, is one of the Four Books that make up the essential Confucian corpus. It takes up Confucius's theories of jen, or goodness and yi, righteousness, explaining that the individual can achieve harmony with mankind and the universe by perfecti...

In "The Four Books of Confucianism (Bilingual Edition: English/Chinese)," readers are ushered into the heart of Confucian thought through a meticulous collection that captures both the majesty and practical wisdom of this philosophical tradition. This anthology, with its dual-language format, offers an immersive experience in understanding the core tenets of Confucian philosophy: humanity, righteousness, etiquette, and wisdom. This edition stands out not only for its bilingual presentation...

The Four Books of Confucianism offers a profound journey into the heart of Confucian thought, encompassing a richly diverse range of philosophical discourse and literary style. This anthology masterfully combines classical texts that examine the moral and ethical foundations of Confucianism, presenting a tapestry of ideas exploring humanity's role in society and the cosmos. Through dialogues and meditations, the anthology traverses foundational themes such as the cultivation of virtue, fil...

The Great Books of Chinese Wisdom gathers foundational texts that shaped Chinese ethical, political, and strategic thought, presenting a rich spectrum of aphorism, dialogue, philosophical argument, military analysis, and reflective prose. Moving from Confucian ideals of self-cultivation and social harmony to the pragmatics of statecraft and conflict, the volume situates classical wisdom within a broad literary and intellectual continuum. Its standout teachings on virtue, governance, ritual...

The Four Books of Confucianism gathers the foundational texts through which East Asian moral, political, and educational thought was shaped for centuries: The Great Learning, The Doctrine of the Mean, The Analects, and Mencius. Combining aphorism, dialogue, ethical reflection, and philosophical argument, the collection explores self-cultivation, humane governance, ritual propriety, and the disciplined pursuit of moral equilibrium. Its standout passages on benevolence, learning, and the rul...

The Four Books of Confucianism, in its bilingual English/Chinese edition, serves as a monumental compilation, revealing the profound depth and versatility of Confucian philosophy. Spanning across ethics, politics, and personal development, this anthology bridges ancient wisdom with contemporary inquiry through varied literary styles including dialogues, essays, and aphorisms. Though rooted in profound scholarship, the compilation remains vividly accessible and offers seminal texts that hav...

Mencius' book 'Mencius (Bilingual Edition: English/Chinese)' is a classic work of Chinese philosophy that delves into ethical and moral issues. Written in a concise and eloquent style, the book consists of dialogues between Mencius and various interlocutors, discussing topics such as righteousness, benevolence, and the cultivation of one's inner virtues. The bilingual edition allows readers to appreciate the original Chinese text alongside the English translation, providing a comprehensive...

'The Books of Chinese Wisdom' presents a rich tapestry of philosophical thought and strategic insights that have shaped not only Eastern philosophy but also imparted wisdom to the global intellect. The anthology spans an array of literary styles, from the aphoristic pearls of Confucian ethics to the stratagems of Sun Tzu's military genius, all woven into the narrative fabric of ancient Chinese discourse. The collection, enhanced by both attributed and anonymous works, represents a spectrum...

The 8-in-1 CHINESE CLASSICS brings together in one volume some of the greatest Chinese clazzical writings of all time. Here, in full, are:THE ART OF WAR (the full 13 chapters)THE ANALECTS OF CONFUCIUS (the full 20 chapters)THE SAYINGS OF MENCIUS (the full 28 chapters)THE SHI CHING (aka: Shi King or The Book of Songs - the full 4 Parts, 29 'Books')THE TRAVELS OF FA HIEN (40 chapters)THE SORROWS OF HAN (4 Acts)