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The Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East, With Historical Surveys of the Chief Writings of Each Nation, Vol. 12 (Classic Reprint): Medieval China - Softcover
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Discover medieval China through its essential texts and history.
This volume from the Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East gathers key Taoist, Confucian, Buddhist, and historical writings that shaped China’s cultural landscape. Rich introductions, translations, and notes illuminate a vast literary world, from foundational Taoist classics to dramatic depictions of historical moments.
- Read accessible translations of major Taoist works, including the Tao-Teh King and the writings attributed to Chuang-Tze, alongside context that explains their place in Chinese thought.
- Explore a broad survey of Chinese religion, philosophy, and literature, with historical summaries that connect ideas to real events and figures.
- Examine important texts such as works by Mencius, the Nestorian Tablet, and historical dramas, all framed by a historical survey and scholarly apparatus.
- Learn how editors and translators approach difficult language, multiple meanings, and long-standing debates about authorship and date.
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