Confucianism: A Short Introduction - Softcover

Berthrong, John; Berthrong, Evelyn

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1851682368 ISBN 13: 9781851682362

Publisher: Oneworld Publications, 2000

Synopsis

Uniquely blending scholarship with a highly original approach, this new introduction to Confucianism is an informative and intriguing guide to China's ancient philosophical tradition. Against the backdrop of seventeenth-century China, the book follows a Confucian couple, together with their family, friends and staff, through a typical day. The result offers a fascinating insight, not only into the intellectual and scholarly aspects of Confucianism, but also into the nature of belief, culture and society in a living philosophical tradition. The key topics covered include: the intellectual and social role of women Confucianism, art and poetry the relationship with the Western world and Western faiths Capturing the full scope of an ancient tradition, this innovative, well-researched and accessible text will be appreciated by anyone interested in Confucianism - scholars, students and general readers alike.

About this title

About the Author:

John H. Berthrong is Director of the Institute for Dialogue Among Religious Traditions, Associate Dean for Academic and Administrative Affairs, and Assistant Professsor of Comparative Religion in the School of Theology at Boston University. A renowned scholar of Confucian studies, and a leading proponent of interreligious dialogue, he has published widely in both fields.

About this edition

• Publisher: Oneworld Publications
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 1851682368
• ISBN 13: 9781851682362
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 224