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Nelson, Professor of Philosophy, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong SAR *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eList of Focus Windows   Preface   Acknowledgements   Note on Translations   Introduction \u003cb\u003e1.     \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eOntology—Questions about the Nature of Reality\u003c\/b\u003e Introduction The Basic Vocabulary of the Chinese Theory of Reality: The “Great Commentary” to the \u003ci\u003eClassic of Changes (Yijing\u003c\/i\u003e) Daoist Ontology: Lao-Zhuang Tradition (\u003ci\u003ec.\u003c\/i\u003e 350–139 BCE) A Synthesis of Classical Chinese Ontologies:\u003ci\u003e Masters o\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ef Huainan\u003c\/i\u003e(\u003ci\u003eHuainanzi\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ec\u003c\/i\u003e.139 BCE) Buddhist Ontologies The Study of Principles: Understanding the Content and Structure of Reality Shifting Paradigms in Chinese Theories of Reality Chapter Reflections Additional Readings and Resources \u003cb\u003e2.     \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eEpistemology—Questions about the Nature and Scope of Knowledge\u003c\/b\u003e Introduction A Classical Chinese Model for Justifying Beliefs and Knowledge Claims: Mozi (\u003ci\u003ec.\u003c\/i\u003e 470-391 BCE) Early Chinese Rhetoricians (\u003ci\u003ebianshi\u003c\/i\u003e) and Logicians The Inadequacy of Reason for the Discovery of Truth: The Lao-Zhuang Tradition (\u003ci\u003ec.\u003c\/i\u003e 350–139 BCE) Knowledge by Analogical Inference: Mencius (\u003ci\u003ec\u003c\/i\u003e. 372–289 BCE)  Reasoning without Prejudgment: Xunzi (\u003ci\u003ec. \u003c\/i\u003e310–220 BCE) Differentiating Belief from Knowledge: Wang Chong (c. 27–100) Buddhist Influenced Epistemologies Pluralistic Cultural Knowledge: Zhang Dongsun (1886–1973) Chapter Reflections Additional Readings and Resources \u003cb\u003e3.     \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eMoral Theory—Questions about the Nature and Application of Morality\u003c\/b\u003e Introduction Morality as Cultural Propriety: Confucius (\u003ci\u003ec. \u003c\/i\u003e551–479 BCE) Morality as Heaven’s Commands: Mozi (\u003ci\u003ec\u003c\/i\u003e. 470–391 BCE) Moral Effortlessness: Lao-Zhuang Views on Morality (\u003ci\u003ec\u003c\/i\u003e. 350–139 BCE) Morality as Cultivating Our Inborn Endowments: Mencius (\u003ci\u003ec.\u003c\/i\u003e 372–289 BCE) Morality as Carving and Polishing the Person: Xunzi (310–220 BCE)  Buddhist Thinking about Morality in the Chinese Context Morality Books and Ledgers: \u003ci\u003eTract of the Most Exalted on Action and Response \u003c\/i\u003e(\u003ci\u003ec. \u003c\/i\u003e1164) The Ultimacy of Harmony: Zhu Xi (1130–1200)  Moral Willing as Moral Knowing: Wang Yangming (1472–1529) Early Modern and Contemporary Reflections on Moral Philosophy Chapter Reflections Additional Readings and Resources \u003cb\u003e4.     \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003ePolitical Philosophy—Questions about the Nature and Purpose of Government\u003c\/b\u003e Introduction The Classical Chinese Political Theory of Meritocracy Humane Government: Mencius (\u003ci\u003ec\u003c\/i\u003e. 372–289 BCE) Legalism’s Two Handles of Government: Han Fei (\u003ci\u003ec.\u003c\/i\u003e 280–233 BCE) Daoist Influenced Political Theories Government Enacting Social Justice: Wang Anshi (1021-1086) Critique of the Chinese Dynastic System: Huang Zongxi (1610-1695) Re-envisioning Chinese Political Understanding of Government and Politics The Sinification of Marxism in China: Mao Zedong (1893–1976) Forms of Current Confucian Political Theory Chapter Reflections Additional Readings and Resources Quick Guide to Pronunciation   Comparative Chronology of Philosophers   Notes   References   Index","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing PLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48738600091991,"sku":"9781350177406","price":999.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781350177406.jpg?v=1720049608"},{"product_id":"doing-philosophy-comparatively-9781350177543","title":"Doing Philosophy Comparatively","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat standards should we use to evaluate culturally distinct philosophies? 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Now revised and updated to showcase the most recent developments in the field, this second edition engages with philosophies beyond the Anglo-European tradition and features:   Examples of cross-cultural philosophy from a wider range of non-Western traditions  Methodological innovations from works of comparative philosophy published in the last decade  Focused exercises for each chapter demonstrating how to interact meaningfully with primary texts and engage with recent debates in comparative philosophy  Updated discussion questions and readings  Introducing the \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn excellent starting point for anyone interested in the field of comparative philosophy [...] Tim Connolly has established a benchmark for the study of comparative philosophy [...] by offering a clear summary of the key issues and by providing a platform for nurturing future philosophers to think beyond their localized perspectives. * OCCT Review (of the first edition) *\u003cbr\u003eThe author faces the topics [in this book] in a concise but thought-provoking manner ... 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An invaluable resource for those pursuing a career in comparative philosophy. \u003cb\u003eSumming Up:\u003c\/b\u003e Highly recommended. * CHOICE (of the first edition) *\u003cbr\u003eThis book’s well-argued defense of comparative philosophy and illuminating discussions of its challenges and problems, as well as different comparative approaches, will provide invaluable resources for teaching and learning how to philosophize across cultural boundaries. Students will find the chapter-by-chapter exercises added to this new edition particularly helpful. * Sor-hoon Tan, Professor of Philosophy, Singapore Management University, Singapore *\u003cbr\u003eThis book’s lucid organization, engaging and accessible prose, and balanced presentation of competing views makes it the ideal introduction to comparative philosophy. * Stephen C. Angle, Professor of Philosophy, Wesleyan University, USA *\u003cbr\u003eAn excellent introduction to comparative philosophy, but it also serves as a wonderful pedagogical tool for a research and methods course. The text is clear, well-organized, and most importantly philosophically interesting. * Cameron Brewer, Associate Professor of Philosophy, Central Connecticut State University, USA *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eList of Tables Acknowledgements Introduction How this Book Works   \u003cb\u003ePart I. The Nature of Comparative Philosophy\u003c\/b\u003e   \u003cb\u003e1.      \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs There Such a Thing as Comparative Philosophy? \u003c\/b\u003e The Legitimacy of “non-Western philosophy”  What is “philosophy” in comparative philosophy?  The “Comparative” Aspect  Conclusion    \u003cb\u003e2.      \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Goals of Comparison\u003c\/b\u003e A First Look at the Two Dimensions  The Interpretive Dimension: Comparing to Understand The Constructive Dimension: Comparing to Make  Philosophical Progress  Conclusion    \u003cb\u003e3.      \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Role of Tradition and Culture \u003c\/b\u003e Tradition and Philosophy  Culture  Which Traditions? Conclusion    \u003cb\u003ePart II. The Problems of Comparative Philosophy\u003c\/b\u003e   \u003cb\u003e4.      \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eLinguistic Incommensurability \u003c\/b\u003e Background on the Term The Linguistic Relativity Thesis  Understanding Other Languages  Issues for Comparative Philosophers Conclusion   \u003cb\u003e5.      \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoundational and Evaluative Incommensurability \u003c\/b\u003e Foundational Incommensurability Evaluative Incommensurability Conclusion   \u003cb\u003e6.      \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eOne-Sidedness \u003c\/b\u003e The Meaning of One-sidedness  Avoiding One-sidedness  Conclusion   \u003cb\u003e7.      \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeneralization \u003c\/b\u003e Cultural Essentialism  The Generalizations Debate  Generalizations and Evidence Conclusion   \u003cb\u003ePart III. 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