Book Description
Mengzi ("Mencius") is known for his sophisticated views on human nature and moral psychology. These essays explore a range of philosophical ideas at the core of his moral philosophy and relate them to both traditional Chinese and current Western philosophical concerns. The Introduction provides historical background and philosophical context, and discusses each of the selections alongside Mengzi's work as a whole.
About the Author
Xiusheng Liu is Assistant Professor of Philosophy, St. Cloud State University. Philip J. Ivanhoe is Associate Professor of Philosophy, and Asian Languages and Cultures, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.
Essays on the Moral Philosophy of Mengzi FROM THE PUBLISHER
Mengzi ("Mencius") is known for his sophisticated views on human nature and moral psychology. These essays explore a range of philosophical ideas at the core of his moral philosophy and relate them to both traditional Chinese and current Western philosophical concerns. The Introduction provides historical background and philosophical context, and discusses each of the selections alongside Mengzi's work as a whole.
Author Biography: Xiusheng Liu is Assistant Professor of Philosophy, St. Cloud State University.
Philip J. Ivanhoe is Associate Professor of Philosophy, and Asian Languages and Cultures, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.
SYNOPSIS
Mengzi, or Mencius (fl. 391-308 BC) is generally recognized as the most important Confucian philosopher after the founder himself. Scholars working in the US, some clearly of Chinese heritage, present eight essays on his ideas about human nature. Three essays are reprinted from journals. The CiP data shows the title Essays on Mengzi's Moral Philosophy. Annotation c. Book News, Inc.,Portland, OR
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