The Propensity of Things Toward a History of Efficacy in China |
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| Author:
| Jullien, François |
| Translator:
| Lloyd, Janet |
| ISBN: | 978-0-942299-94-6 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 1995 |
| Publisher: | Zone Books
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $27.95 |
Book Description:
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In this book, his first to appear in English, French sinologist Francois Jullien uses the Chinese concept of shi-meaning disposition or circumstance, power or potential-as a touchstone to explore Chinese culture and to uncover the intricate structure underlying Chinese modes of thinking.
In this book, his first to appear in English, French sinologist Francois Jullien uses the Chinese concept of shi-meaning disposition or circumstance, power or potential-as a touchstone to explore Chinese culture and to uncover the intricate structure underlying Chinese modes of thinking.