Publisher's Synopsis
""The Life and Teachings of Confucius"" is a book written by James Legge in 1877. The book is a comprehensive account of the life and teachings of the famous Chinese philosopher and educator, Confucius. The author delves into the historical context of Confucius' life, examining his upbringing, education, and career.The book also explores Confucius' teachings, which are based on the principles of morality, ethics, and social order. Legge provides a detailed analysis of Confucius' famous works, such as the Analects, and explains how they have influenced Chinese culture and society.Throughout the book, Legge presents Confucius as a wise and compassionate figure who sought to promote harmony and order in society. He also discusses how Confucianism has evolved over time and its impact on modern Chinese society.Overall, ""The Life and Teachings of Confucius"" is an informative and insightful book that provides readers with a deeper understanding of one of the most influential figures in Chinese history.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.
