Classic Asian Philosophy: A Guide to the Essential Texts

by Joel J. Kupperman

Book Overview

This is a second, revised edition of Kupperman's introduction to Asian philosophy via its canonical texts. Kupperman ranges from the Upanishads to the Bhagavad Gita through Confucius to Zen Buddhism, walking students through the texts, conveying the vitality and appeal of the works, and explaining their philosophical roots. Kupperman has made revisions throughout the text, clarifying where necessary, and added a new chapter on al-Arabi's The Bezels...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0195189817
• ISBN13: 9780195189810
• Release Date: November 2006
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.2"