Publisher's Synopsis
The Analects of Confucius is a book that presents the teachings and principles of Confucius, a Chinese philosopher and teacher who lived in the 5th century BCE. The book is a collection of his sayings and deeds, compiled by his disciples, and is considered one of the most important works of Chinese philosophy.In this particular edition, the translator and editor, Charles F. Horne, provides a comprehensive introduction to Confucius and his teachings. He also includes footnotes and annotations to help readers understand the context and meaning of Confucius' words.The Analects covers a wide range of topics, including morality, ethics, politics, and education. Confucius believed in the importance of personal and societal virtue, and his teachings emphasize the importance of self-cultivation, respect for authority, and the cultivation of relationships.The book is divided into 20 chapters, each of which contains a series of sayings and anecdotes. The language is concise and poetic, and the teachings are presented in a way that is accessible and easy to understand.Overall, The Analects of Confucius is a timeless classic that continues to influence Chinese culture and philosophy to this day. This edition, translated by Charles F. Horne, offers readers a valuable introduction to the teachings of one of the world's most influential thinkers.THIS 98 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Ancient China, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100006.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.