The Great Books of Chinese Wisdom (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Feng Shui, The Art of War, I Ching, AnalectsBy Confucius, Mencius, Sun Tzu, Ernest J. Eitel, Anonymous
Length39h 9m
About this audiobook
The Great Books of Chinese Wisdom gathers foundational texts that shaped Chinese ethical, political, and strategic thought, presenting a rich spectrum of aphorism, dialogue, philosophical argument, military analysis, and reflective prose. Moving from Confucian ideals of self-cultivation and social harmony to the pragmatics of statecraft and conflict, the volume situates classical wisdom within a broad literary and intellectual continuum. Its standout teachings on virtue, governance, ritual, human nature, and strategy reveal why these works have remained central to East Asian civilization and global intellectual history. The collection brings together voices associated with major currents of ancient Chinese thought, including Confucian moral philosophy, Mencian humanism, and the strategic tradition epitomized by Sun Tzu, alongside interpretive and transmitted materials shaped by later scholarship and anonymous preservation. Together, these contributors illuminate the cultural world of the Warring States and imperial China, where questions of order, duty, education, and power acquired enduring urgency. Their varied approaches create a layered portrait of wisdom as both inward discipline and practical guidance. This anthology is recommended to readers seeking a compact yet expansive encounter with Chinese classical thought. It offers students, general readers, and scholars an opportunity to compare distinct modes of reasoning and expression within a single volume. By placing moral philosophy beside political counsel and strategic insight, the book fosters a productive dialogue across traditions and invites renewed reflection on leadership, conduct, and the art of living.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
Audiobook details
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GenrePhilosophy, Literary Classics
Length39 hrs 9 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
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Publish dateSep 10, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Drawings and Engravings of William Blake (Fully Illustrated) (Annotated)
26Hexagram XVII. Sui
2Introduction
27Hexagram XVIII. Kû
3Historical Context
28Hexagram XIX. Lin
4Synopsis (Selection)
29Hexagram XX. Kwân
5Preface
30Hexagram XXI. Shih Ho
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6Introduction
31Hexagram XXII. Pî
7Chapter II. The Subject-Matter of the Text. The Lineal Figures and the Explanation of Them
32Hexagram XXIII. Po
8Chapter III. The Appendixes
33Hexagram XXIV. Fû
9Plates I, II, III, Exhibiting the Hexagrams and Trigrams
34Hexagram XXV. Wû Wang
10The Text
35Hexagram XXVI. Tâ Khû
11Hexagram II. Khwăn
36Hexagram XXVII. Î
12Hexagram III. Kun
37Hexagram XXVIII. Tâ Kwo
13Hexagram IV. Măng
38Hexagram XXIX. Khan
14Hexagram V. Hsü
39Hexagram XXX. Lî
15Hexagram VI. Sung
40Section II
16Hexagram VII. Sze
41Hexagram XXXII. Hăng
17Hexagram VIII. Pî
42Hexagram XXXIII. Thun
18Hexagram IX. Hsiâo Khû
43Hexagram XXXIV. Tâ Kwang
19Hexagram X. Lî
44Hexagram XXXV. Ȝin
20Hexagram XI. Thâi
45Hexagram XXXVI. Ming Î
21Hexagram XII. Phî
46Hexagram XXXVII. Kiâ Zăn
22Hexagram XIII. Thung Zăn
47Hexagram XXXVIII. Khwei
23Hexagram XIV. Tâ Yû
48Hexagram XXXIX. Kien
24Hexagram XV. Khien
49Hexagram XL. Kieh
25Hexagram XVI. Yü
50Hexagram XLI. Sun
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