Introduction to Eastern Thought

Marietta Stepaniants' introductory text allows a distinctively Eastern way of thinking to come forth. Four interpretive essays open the book showing how Indian Chinese and Islamic traditions responded to these questions: How did philosophy arise? What is the origin of order in the universe? What is human nature? What is truth ? A fifth unique essay shows how Eastern thought has dealt with Western contact in the 19th and 20th centuries. Comparisons within and across traditions make<I>Introduction to Eastern Thought</I> an excellent text for students familiar with Western philosophy or beginning philosophy students.