I Ching [Book of Changes] [Chinese Philosophy, Divination]

Introduction by Raymond Van Over. The bindings are tight and square. Text is clean; light, even age-toning. Moderate shelf handling wear; with age-toning on the edges and a small scuff on the lower spine. Accessible edition of the I Ching, edited by Raymond van Over and based on James Legge’s translation. Includes introduction and notes for understanding hexagrams, change, and ethical guidance. Essential for study of Chinese philosophy and divination. Provides a modern editorial framework highlighting its significance in Chinese cosmology, divination, and moral philosophy. The I Ching is presented not only as a manual for divination but as a guide to ethical reflection, emphasizing the interplay of yin and yang, change, and human decision-making. Van Over’s annotations and commentary assist readers in navigating the complex hexagrams and interpretations, making this edition particularly useful for both scholars and general readers interested in Eastern thought. Its influence extends beyond philosophy, affecting literature, psychology, and cultural studies, underscoring the text’s enduring relevance. Subjects: I Ching, Chinese Philosophy, Divination, Ethics, Eastern Thought, Cultural History, Philosophy, Chinese Classics.…