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The Pristine Dao: Metaphysics In Early Daoist Discourse (Suny Series in Chinese Philosophy and Culture),Used
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A new reading of Daoism, arguing that it originated in a particular textual tradition distinct from Confucianism and other philosophical traditions of early China.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Pristine Dao'? A: The main theme of 'The Pristine Dao' is a new interpretation of Daoism, suggesting it originated from a distinct textual tradition separate from Confucianism and other early Chinese philosophies.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Pristine Dao'? A: The author of 'The Pristine Dao' is Thomas Michael.
- Q: What are the key texts discussed in this book? A: The key texts discussed in this book are the Laozi (Daodejing) and the Zhuangzi, which are central to the understanding of early Daoism.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Pristine Dao' have? A: 'The Pristine Dao' has 182 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'The Pristine Dao' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Pristine Dao' published? A: 'The Pristine Dao' was published on May 26, 2005.
- Q: Is 'The Pristine Dao' a used book or a new one? A: 'The Pristine Dao' is listed as a new book.
- Q: What philosophical traditions does 'The Pristine Dao' compare Daoism with? A: 'The Pristine Dao' compares Daoism primarily with Confucianism and other philosophical traditions of early China.
- Q: Does the book contain a religious perspective on Daoism? A: Yes, the book presents Daoism as having a distinct religious sensibility and examines its metaphysical discourse.
- Q: What is the significance of the metaphysical discourse discussed in 'The Pristine Dao'? A: The metaphysical discourse in 'The Pristine Dao' is significant as it highlights the unique qualities of early Daoist thought and its mythological origins, providing a broader understanding of its development.