The Confucian Analects (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163218945)

The Confucian Analects is a collection of teachings and conversations of the Chinese philosopher Confucius, compiled by his disciples after his death. The book is divided into 20 chapters, each containing a series of aphorisms and anecdotes that illustrate Confucius' ideas on topics such as morality, ethics, education, and governance. The Analects emphasizes the importance of personal and social responsibility, respect for authority, and the cultivation of moral character through self-discipline and education. Confucius believed that a virtuous ruler could bring order and harmony to society, and that individuals should strive to be good citizens and leaders in their own right.The book has been influential in shaping Chinese culture and philosophy, and it continues to be studied and revered today. Its teachings have been applied in fields such as education, politics, and business, and it remains a valuable resource for anyone seeking guidance on how to live a meaningful and ethical life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Confucius
ISBN-10: 1163218944
ISBN-13: 9781163218945
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 224
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d