Liu Ping-Chung: A Buddhist Taoist Statesman At The Court Of Kubilai Khan (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258105990)

Liu Ping-Chung: A Buddhist Taoist Statesman At The Court Of Kubilai Khan is a historical biography written by Liu Ping-Chung himself. The book chronicles the life and times of Liu Ping-Chung, a prominent statesman who served at the court of Kubilai Khan, the fifth Khagan of the Mongol Empire. Liu Ping-Chung was a highly respected figure in his time, known for his wisdom, diplomacy, and political acumen. He was a devout Buddhist and Taoist, and his spiritual beliefs played a significant role in his political decision-making. The book provides a fascinating insight into the political and social landscape of 13th century China, as well as the inner workings of the Mongol court. It describes Liu Ping-Chung's rise to power, his interactions with Kubilai Khan and other notable figures of the time, and his efforts to promote peace and harmony between different religious and cultural groups. The book also offers valuable insights into the teachings of Buddhism and Taoism, and how these philosophies influenced Liu Ping-Chung's approach to governance and diplomacy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Chinese history, Buddhism, Taoism, or political philosophy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Liu Ping-Chung, Hok Lam Chan
ISBN-10: 1258105993
ISBN-13: 9781258105990
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 10/12/2011
Pages: 76
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d