| Description |
1 online resource (231 pages) |
| Physical Medium |
polychrome |
| Description |
text file |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
Daoist philosophies -- Fundamental concepts of Chinese philosophy -- The Laozi -- The Zhuangzi: inner chapters and 'school' -- The outer and miscellaneous chapters: from anarchist utopianism to mystical imperialism -- The Liezi -- Philosophy of skill in the Zhuangzi and Liezi -- Afterword: a family of Dao. |
| Summary |
"In this book the author explores in detail the fundamental concepts of Daoist thought as represented in three early texts: the Laozi, the Zhuangzi, and the Liezi. Readers interested in philosophy yet unfamiliar with Daoism will gain a comprehensive understanding of these works from this analysis, and readers fascinated by ancient China who also wish to grasp its philosophical foundations will appreciate the clarity and depth of the author's explanations. He writes a volume for all readers, whether or not they have a background in philosophy or Chinese studies. A work of comparative philosophy, this volume also integrates the concepts and methods of contemporary philosophical discourse into a discussion of early Chinese thought. The resulting dialogue relates ancient Chinese thought to contemporary philosophical issues and uses modern Western ideas and approaches to throw new interpretive light on classical texts. Rather than function as historical curiosities, these works act as living philosophies in conversation with contemporary thought and experience. The author respects the multiplicity of Daoist philosophies while also revealing a distinctive philosophical sensibility, and he provides clear explanations of these complex texts without resorting to oversimplification"--Publisher's website. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Taoist philosophy.
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Taoist philosophy. |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Coutinho, Steve, 1963- Introduction to Daoist philosophies 9780231143387 (DLC) 2013003261 (OCoLC)830030301 |
| ISBN |
9780231512886 (electronic book) |
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0231512880 (electronic book) |
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9780231143387 (cloth) |
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0231143389 (cloth) |
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9780231143394 (paper) |
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0231143397 (paper) |
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