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Chuang Tzu: Mystic, Moralist, and Social Reformer (Annotated)

Enriched Edition. Daoist Wisdom Tales, Paradox, and the Art of Living Lightly in Warring States China

by Zhuangzi, Delia Penmere ...

Translated by Herbert Allen Giles ...

Chuang Tzu: Mystic, Moralist, and Social Reformer presents the classic Daoist vision through paradox, fable, dialogue, satire, and lyrical philosophical prose. Its chapters move from metaphysical reflections on the Dao and the relativity of distinctions to comic attacks on pedantry, ambition, and coercive government. Set against the intellectual ferment of China's Warring States period, the work ... Read more

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Chuang Tzu: Mystic, Moralist, and Social Reformer presents the classic Daoist vision through paradox, fable, dialogue, satire, and lyrical philosophical prose. Its chapters move from metaphysical reflections on the Dao and the relativity of distinctions to comic attacks on pedantry, ambition, and coercive government. Set against the intellectual ferment of China's Warring States period, the work
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Chuang Tzu: Mystic, Moralist, and Social Reformer

by Zhuangzi ...

Translated by Giles Herbert Allen ...

First Edition 1889The translator of Chuang Tzŭ has asked me to append a note on the philosophy of chs. i-vii. It is difficult to see how one who writes not only in ignorance of Chinese modes of thought, but with the preconceptions of Western philosophy, can really help much towards the understanding of an admittedly obscure system, involving terms and expressions on which Chinese scholars are not ... Read more

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First Edition 1889The translator of Chuang Tzŭ has asked me to append a note on the philosophy of chs. i-vii. It is difficult to see how one who writes not only in ignorance of Chinese modes of thought, but with the preconceptions of Western philosophy, can really help much towards the understanding of an admittedly obscure system, involving terms and expressions on which Chinese scholars are not
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Ssŭma Chien's Historical Records

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Lao-Tze said to Confucius, "The men about whom you talk are dead, and their bones are moldered to dust; only their words are left. Moreover, when the superior man gets his opportunity, he mounts aloft; but when the time is against him, he is carried along by the force of circumstances. I have heard that a good merchant, though he have rich treasures safely stored, appears as if he were poor; and ... Read more

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Lao-Tze said to Confucius, "The men about whom you talk are dead, and their bones are moldered to dust; only their words are left. Moreover, when the superior man gets his opportunity, he mounts aloft; but when the time is against him, he is carried along by the force of circumstances. I have heard that a good merchant, though he have rich treasures safely stored, appears as if he were poor; and
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The Civilization Of China (Mobi Classics)

by Herbert Allen Giles ...

Herbert Allen Giles (8 December 1845 - 13 February 1935) was a British diplomat and sinologist, educated at Charterhouse. He modified a Mandarin Chinese Romanization system earlier established by Thomas Wade, resulting in the widely known Wade-Giles Chinese transliteration system. Among his prolific works were translations of Confucius, Chuang Tzu, Lao Tzu, and the first widely published Chinese ... Read more

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Herbert Allen Giles (8 December 1845 - 13 February 1935) was a British diplomat and sinologist, educated at Charterhouse. He modified a Mandarin Chinese Romanization system earlier established by Thomas Wade, resulting in the widely known Wade-Giles Chinese transliteration system. Among his prolific works were translations of Confucius, Chuang Tzu, Lao Tzu, and the first widely published Chinese
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Chuang Tzu: Mystic, Moralist, and Social Reformer

Enriched edition. Daoist Parables on Reality, Relativism, and Living in Harmony Beyond Social Norms

by Zhuangzi ...

Translated by Herbert Allen Giles ...

In "Chuang Tzu: Mystic, Moralist, and Social Reformer," Zhuangzi presents a profound exploration of Daoist philosophy woven through parables and allegories that challenge conventional thought. Employing a whimsical yet incisive literary style, the text juxtaposes humor with deep moral questions, allowing readers to engage with themes of relativism, the nature of reality, and the pursuit of harmony ... Read more

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In "Chuang Tzu: Mystic, Moralist, and Social Reformer," Zhuangzi presents a profound exploration of Daoist philosophy woven through parables and allegories that challenge conventional thought. Employing a whimsical yet incisive literary style, the text juxtaposes humor with deep moral questions, allowing readers to engage with themes of relativism, the nature of reality, and the pursuit of harmony
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Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio (Volumes 1 and 2) (Annotated)

Enriched Edition. Qing Dynasty Ghosts, Fox Spirits, Folklore, and Supernatural Tales of Imperial China

by Songling Pu, Celia Orwinley ...

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Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio (Volumes 1 and 2) gathers Pu Songling's celebrated classical tales of ghosts, fox-spirits, demons, scholars, lovers, judges, and eccentrics. Written in elegant wenyan prose yet alive with anecdotal immediacy, these stories transform the zhiguai and chuanqi traditions into subtle moral, erotic, and social fictions. The supernatural is never mere ornament: it ... Read more

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Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio (Volumes 1 and 2) gathers Pu Songling's celebrated classical tales of ghosts, fox-spirits, demons, scholars, lovers, judges, and eccentrics. Written in elegant wenyan prose yet alive with anecdotal immediacy, these stories transform the zhiguai and chuanqi traditions into subtle moral, erotic, and social fictions. The supernatural is never mere ornament: it
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Chinese Poetry in English Verse (Unabridged)

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Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Chinese poetry with Herbert Allen Giles's masterful translation, "Chinese Poetry in English Verse." This comprehensive collection presents a captivating array of poems spanning centuries, from the ancient classics to the lyrical masterpieces of the Tang dynasty. Giles's meticulous attention to detail and poetic sensibility bring these timeless works to ... Read more

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Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Chinese poetry with Herbert Allen Giles's masterful translation, "Chinese Poetry in English Verse." This comprehensive collection presents a captivating array of poems spanning centuries, from the ancient classics to the lyrical masterpieces of the Tang dynasty. Giles's meticulous attention to detail and poetic sensibility bring these timeless works to
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The Civilization of China

Exploring the Legacy of Chinese Civilization

by Herbert Allen Giles ...

In "The Civilization of China," Herbert Allen Giles presents a comprehensive exploration of Chinese culture, philosophy, and history, intricately weaving together multifaceted narratives that span millennia. His literary style is characterized by clarity and precision, utilizing rich descriptions and insightful analyses, which allow readers to grasp the complexities of Chinese civilization. ... Read more

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In "The Civilization of China," Herbert Allen Giles presents a comprehensive exploration of Chinese culture, philosophy, and history, intricately weaving together multifaceted narratives that span millennia. His literary style is characterized by clarity and precision, utilizing rich descriptions and insightful analyses, which allow readers to grasp the complexities of Chinese civilization.
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China and the Manchus

Exploring China's Manchu Era: Conquest, Rule, and Legacy

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In "China and the Manchus," Herbert Allen Giles provides a comprehensive exploration of the complex dynamics between the Han Chinese and the Manchu rulers during the Qing dynasty. Through a meticulous blend of historical analysis and literary narrative, Giles delves into the cultural, political, and social ramifications of Manchu rule over China. His stylistic approach melds scholarly rigor with ... Read more

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In "China and the Manchus," Herbert Allen Giles provides a comprehensive exploration of the complex dynamics between the Han Chinese and the Manchu rulers during the Qing dynasty. Through a meticulous blend of historical analysis and literary narrative, Giles delves into the cultural, political, and social ramifications of Manchu rule over China. His stylistic approach melds scholarly rigor with
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Chinese Fairy Tales

Enriched edition. A Journey Through Ancient China's Mythical Creatures and Moral Lessons

by Herbert Allen Giles, Liam Hightower ...

Translated by Herbert Allen Giles ...

In "Chinese Fairy Tales," Herbert Allen Giles presents a fascinating collection of traditional Chinese folklore, ingeniously weaving narratives that reflect the rich tapestry of Chinese culture and mythology. Giles adopts a stylistic approach that combines vivid storytelling with lyrical prose, inviting readers into a world where the supernatural intertwines with everyday life. The tales, ... Read more

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In "Chinese Fairy Tales," Herbert Allen Giles presents a fascinating collection of traditional Chinese folklore, ingeniously weaving narratives that reflect the rich tapestry of Chinese culture and mythology. Giles adopts a stylistic approach that combines vivid storytelling with lyrical prose, inviting readers into a world where the supernatural intertwines with everyday life. The tales,
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Religions of Ancient China

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Professor of Chinese at the University of Cambridge, ... Read more

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Professor of Chinese at the University of Cambridge,
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Topics in Pediatrics

A Festschrift for Lewis A. Barness

Edited by Herbert H. Pomerance, Barry B. Bercu ...

ALLEN W. ROOT On November 11 and 12, 1988, a "Festschrift" was held to honor "our Chief;' Lewis A. Barness. Who is our Chief, and why was such an occasion held? I will not attempt to describe him in terms of his scientific and scholarly accomplish ments, which have spanned more than four decades. Rather, I will describe the characteristics of an individual whose concern for humanity has made him ... Read more

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ALLEN W. ROOT On November 11 and 12, 1988, a "Festschrift" was held to honor "our Chief;' Lewis A. Barness. Who is our Chief, and why was such an occasion held? I will not attempt to describe him in terms of his scientific and scholarly accomplish ments, which have spanned more than four decades. Rather, I will describe the characteristics of an individual whose concern for humanity has made him
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