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The Book Of Lord Shang: A Classic Of The Chinese School Of Law (English, Chinese And Chinese Edition)
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The Book Of Lord Shang Was Probably Compiled Sometime Between 359 And 338 Bce. Along With The Han Feitzu, It Is One Of The Two Principal Sources Of Legalism, A School Of Chinese Political Thought. Legalism Asserts That Human Behavior Must Be Controlled Through Written Law, Rather Than Ritual, Custom Or Ethics, Because People Are Innately Selfish And Ignorant. The Law Is Not Effective When It Is Based On Goodness Or Virtue; It Is Effective When It Compels Obedience. This Is Essential To Preserve The Stability Of The State. Reprint Of Volume Xvii In Probsthain'S Oriental Series. With A Chinese Index And An Index Of Names And References. The Book Of Lord Shang Or Shangtzu Is Said To Consist Of 29 Paragraphs, Of Which The Text For Nos. 16, 21, 27, 28 And 29 Being No Longer Extant. The Translation Of Prof. Duyvendak Therefore Covers Only Twentyfour Paragraphs And Is Based On An Edition Published By Yang Wanli In 1793, Which Was Reprinted By The Chchiangshuch In 1876 In The Collection Of Twentytwo Philosophers. Of All The Editions Published Before Or After That Date, This Is The Best Known. (...) The Chinese Text Of The Book, Like Many Other Ancient Writings, Is Obscure In Some Parts And Corrupt In Others. (...) The Reviewer Is Therefore Forcibly Struck By The Faithfulness, Definiteness And Clearness Of Dr. Duyvendak'S Translation. 13 Chinese Soc. & Pol. Sci. Rev. 459460, 462 1929. J.J.L. Duyvendak [18891954] Was An Interpreter For The Dutch Embassy In Peking From 19121918. In 1919 He Became A Lecturer In Chinese At The University Of Leiden. He Was The Author Of China'S Discovery Of Africa; Lectures Given At The University Of London On January 22 And 23, 1947 (1949) And Edited And Translated Several Works, Including The Diary Of His Excellency Chingshan; Being A Chinese Account Of The Boxer Troubles By Shan Jing (1924). He Established The Sinological Institute At The University Of Leiden In 1930. It Is Now One Of The Leading Libraries For Chinese Studies In The Western World.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Book of Lord Shang'? A: The main theme of 'The Book of Lord Shang' is Legalism, which argues that human behavior should be regulated by written laws rather than by ethics or customs. It emphasizes the importance of law in maintaining state stability.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: 'The Book of Lord Shang' is attributed to Shang Yang, a significant figure in Chinese political thought known for his role in developing Legalist philosophy.
- Q: What languages are included in this edition? A: This edition is bilingual, featuring both English and Chinese text, making it accessible to a wider audience interested in Chinese philosophy.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The Book of Lord Shang' was published on June 15, 2011.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains a total of 364 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Is there any additional content included in this edition? A: Yes, this edition includes a Chinese index and an index of names and references, enhancing its usability for research and study.
- Q: What is the significance of the translation by Prof. Duyvendak? A: Prof. Duyvendak's translation is significant because it is based on a well-known 1793 edition and aims to provide clarity and faithfulness to the original text, addressing the obscurities in the Chinese version.
- Q: Who was J.J.L. Duyvendak? A: J.J.L. Duyvendak was a scholar and interpreter for the Dutch embassy in Peking, who later became a lecturer in Chinese at the University of Leiden and contributed significantly to Sinology.
- Q: What is the historical context of 'The Book of Lord Shang'? A: The book was likely compiled between 359 and 338 BCE, during a time when Legalism was gaining prominence in response to the chaotic political landscape of the Warring States period in China.