The philosophical letters of Wang Yang-ming, (Asian publication series, no. 1)

by Yangming Wang

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Wang Yang-ming (1472-1529) was a Neo-Confucian philosopher of the Ming Era, whose thoughts have had a profound influence in China, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam. This translation contains sixty-seven letters, thirty-one more than previously translated, which help reveal the philosophy of the great Chinese thinker. Included are a preface with background information, critical annotations and references, bibliography, and a glossary of Chinese and Japanese words. The book is an important show more contribution to the literature of Chinese philosophy, knowledge of which assists our understanding of China yesterday and today. show less

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Nonfiction, Philosophy
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181.11 — Philosophy & psychology Ancient, medieval & eastern philosophy Eastern philosophy Far East and South Asia China & Korea
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B5234 .W34 .A23 — Philosophy, Psychology and Religion Philosophy (General) By period Modern By region or country
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