Publisher's Synopsis
The Confucian Analects is a collection of sayings and teachings attributed to the Chinese philosopher Confucius. The book is considered one of the most important works in Chinese philosophy and has had a profound influence on Chinese culture and thought for over two thousand years. The Analects is divided into 20 chapters and includes discussions on topics such as morality, ethics, politics, and education. The teachings of Confucius emphasize the importance of personal and social responsibility, respect for tradition and authority, and the cultivation of wisdom and virtue. The book is written in a concise and aphoristic style, with each chapter consisting of short, pithy statements that are often open to interpretation. The Analects is not a systematic treatise, but rather a collection of Confucius' thoughts and ideas, as well as anecdotes and conversations with his disciples. Despite its age, The Confucian Analects remains a relevant and insightful work on human nature and society. It continues to be studied and revered by scholars and students of Chinese philosophy and culture around the world.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.
