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The Analects express a philosophy, or a moral code, by which Confucius, one of the most humane thinkers of all time, believed everyone should live. Upholding the ideals of wisdom,...

Author: Confucius Format: Paperback / softback Number of Pages: The Analects are a collection of ConfuciusÕs sayings brought together by his pupils shortly after his death in 497 BC. Together...

One of the most influential books in human history, in an illuminating new translation A Penguin Classic One of the most influential books in human history, in a revelatory new...

HarperCollins is proud to present our range of timeless literary classics. 'The wise are free from perplexities; the virtuous from anxiety; and the bold from fear.' Born Kong Qiu (...

An essential text in Confucian thought Mencius was one of the great philosophers of ancient China, second only in influence to Confucius, whose teachings he defended and expanded. The Mencius,...

Beautifully produced in traditional Chinese binding, this selection of Chinese quotations is the perfect compact volume of quotes to inspire readers. Ancient Chinese culture has a been a rich source...

This collection features 16 monumental works of non-fiction, encompassing philosophy, politics, autobiography, and practical advice. Spanning over two millennia, from the ancient wisdom of Confucius and Marcus Aurelius to the...

A fascinating examination of contemporary Chinese culture, The Chinese Mind offers an informative, accessible look at the values, attitudes and behavior patterns of modern China-and their roots in the history...

A wonderfully enjoyable storehouse of ancient Chinese history and legends, which also has an important role in understanding 21st-century China The Most Venerable Book (also known as The Book of...

The belief that everything is changing led to the disasters of the dotcom era. This book reminds us that some fundamental rules do still apply by taking readers through 20...

This guide covers the main schools of thought from the Ancient Chinese philosophies of Confucius and Lao Tzu, Ancient wisdom from Aristotle, Plato, Zeno and Pythagoras through to those most...

Edition: First EditionCondition remarks:Book: Good Jacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Good Markings: No markingsCondition remarks: Usual aging. Shelf wear. Foxing on block - does not extend internally. A landmark work in...

Condition remarks:Book: Good Jacket: chipped and worn with some damagePages: Good Markings: No markingsThis book explores 3000 years of Chinese political-military history, drawing parallels with Machiavelli's theories on power and...

The original mindfulness book, in a landmark new translation by the award-winning translator of the I Ching and The Art of War A Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition, with flaps and...

Traditionally attributed to Lao Tzu, an older contemporary of Confucius (551 - 479 BC), it is now thought that the work was compiled in about the fourth century BC. An...

The first truly authoritative and accessible history of philosophy to cover both Western and Eastern traditions The story of philosophy is an epic tale- an exploration of the ideas, views...

The internationally bestselling guide to the extraordinary human story, for the curious of all ages The World has existed for over 4 billion years, but humanity arrived much more recently....

A must-have for language lovers, this compendium contains hundreds of mind-stretching observations that are contradictory or illogical on one level, yet true, witty, and often profound on another. ox-y-mor-on-i-ca (OK-se-mor-ON-uh-ca)...

Meili, a young peasant woman born in the remote heart of China, is married to Kongzi, a village school teacher, and a distant descendant of Confucius. They have a daughter,...

The sage Confucius visits a cultured duke, whose pursuit of virtue is threatened by the desires of his dazzling, malicious consort. A naive servant elopes with his master's daughter, only...

Simon Leys' cultural and political commentary has long been legendary for its profundity and acerbic wit. In The Hall of Uselessness his most significant essays are finally gathered together, on...

Warm, witty, wise - and occasionally challenging - Just Saying is bestselling social psychologist Hugh Mackay's highly personal reflections on twenty-five quotations from some of the world's greatest thinkers and...

Find the rainbow in every storm with this cheerful collection of uplifting quotes, designed to boost your happiness and have you radiating joy Life has its challenges, and even the...

Author: Daniel Smith Format: Hardback Number of Pages: 288 The book has a unique status as an emblem of human culture and civilisation. It is a vessel for sharing stories,...

Author: Daniel Smith Format: Hardback Number of Pages: 288 The book has a unique status as an emblem of human culture and civilisation. It is a vessel for sharing stories,...

An illuminating - and deeply personal - exploration of the essence of Buddhist thought, from the author of Lost Japan Powerful, mystical and concise, the Heart Sutra is believed to...

This is the first title in the new "Global Business" series of books written by leading experts in the field of international business and management. The book aims to provide...

Most people alive today (more than three-quarters of the world's population) belong to one of the great religions. These faiths are built on the foundation-stones of key texts, to which...

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Until just a few years ago, we knew surprisingly little about the 150,000 or so years of human existence before the advent of writing. Some of the most momentous events...

Secondhand Non-Fiction Bargain Book Box SP4079 A wonderfully broad box of non-fiction — popular science, sharp cultural writing, business, nature, humour and self-help all represented. Hawking on cosmology, Bryson on...

We all want to be tolerant.No one wants to be intolerant. But does that mean we have to accept all truth claims as true? Does this virtue rule out having...