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This is the first complete, onevolume English translation of the ancient Chinese text Xunzi, one of the most extensive, sophisticated, and elegant works in the tradition of Confucian thought. Through essays, poetry, dialogues, and anecdotes, the Xunzi presents a more systematic vision of the Confucian ideal than the fragmented sayings of Confucius and Mencius, articulating a Confucian perspective on ethics, politics, warfare, language, psychology, human nature, ritual, and music, among other topics. Aimed at general readers and students of Chinese thought, Eric Huttons translation makes the full text of this important work more accessible in English than ever before.This edition features an introduction, a timeline of early Chinese history, a list of important names and terms, crossreferences, explanatory notes, a bibliography, and an index.
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- Q: What is 'Xunzi: The Complete Text' about? A: 'Xunzi: The Complete Text' is the first complete, one-volume English translation of the ancient Chinese text Xunzi, which offers a systematic vision of Confucian thought through essays, poetry, dialogues, and anecdotes.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Xunzi: The Complete Text' is Xunzi, an influential figure in Confucian philosophy.
- Q: What can I expect from this translation? A: This translation by Eric Hutton makes the text more accessible to English readers, featuring an introduction, historical timeline, cross-references, explanatory notes, a bibliography, and an index.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'Xunzi: The Complete Text' contains 432 pages, providing a comprehensive look at the work.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of 'Xunzi: The Complete Text' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Chinese philosophy? A: Yes, this edition is aimed at general readers and students, making it suitable for those new to Chinese philosophy.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'Xunzi: The Complete Text' was published on March 22, 2016.
- Q: Does this book include additional resources for readers? A: Yes, the book includes resources such as an introduction, a timeline of early Chinese history, a list of important names and terms, and explanatory notes.
- Q: What topics does the Xunzi cover? A: The Xunzi covers a range of topics including ethics, politics, warfare, language, psychology, human nature, ritual, and music.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: 'Xunzi: The Complete Text' is listed as new, ensuring that readers receive a quality product.