Publisher's Synopsis
The Chinese View of Immortality: Its Expression by Chu Hsi and Its Relationship to Buddhist Thought is a book written by Derk Bodde. This edition is printed in a large font size for easy reading. The book explores the concept of immortality in Chinese culture, particularly as expressed by the philosopher Chu Hsi. The author examines Chu Hsi's ideas on immortality and their relationship to Buddhist thought. The book provides a detailed analysis of Chu Hsi's writings on the subject and explores how his views were influenced by Buddhist ideas. The author also discusses the historical and cultural context in which Chu Hsi lived and how this influenced his thinking on immortality. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in Chinese philosophy and culture, as well as for those interested in the concept of immortality and its expression in different cultures.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.
