Filial Piety in Chinese Thought and History (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780415333658)

The phenomenon of filial piety is fundamental to our understanding of Chinese culture, and this excellent collection of essays explores its role in various areas of life throughout history. Often regarded as the key to preserving Chinese tradition and identity, its potentially vast impact on government and the development of Chinese culture makes it extremely relevant, and although invariably virtuous in its promotion of social cohesion, its ideas are often controversial. A broad range of topics are discussed chronologically including Confucianism, Buddhism and Daoism, making it essential reading for those studying Chinese culture, religion and philosophy. This is a multi-disciplinary survey that combines historical studies with philosophical analysis from an international team of respected contributors.

Author: Alan Chan,Sor-Hoon Tan
ISBN-10: 0415333652
ISBN-13: 9780415333658
Publisher: Routledge
Language: English
Published: 06/17/2004
Pages: 256
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.16lbs
Size: 9.28h x 6.38w x 0.77d