Encyclopedia of Chinese Philosophy

<p>Featuring contributions from the world's most highly esteemed Asian philosophy scholars this important new encyclopedia covers the complex and increasingly influential field of Chinese thought from earliest recorded times to the present day.<br>Including coverage on the subject previously unavailable to English speakers the <em>Encyclopedia</em> sheds light on the extensive range of concepts movements philosophical works and thinkers that populate the field. It includes a thorough survey of the history of Chinese philosophy; entries on all major thinkers from Confucius to Mou Zongsan; essential topics such as aesthetics moral philosophy philosophy of government and philosophy of literature; surveys of Confucianism in all historical periods (Zhou Han Tang and onward) and in key regions outside China; schools of thought such as Mohism Legalism and Chinese Buddhism; trends in contemporary Chinese philosophy and more.</p>