{"title":"Xunzi","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the profound works of \u003cem\u003eXunzi\u003c\/em\u003e, a seminal figure in ancient Chinese philosophy. Xunzi, whose real name was Xun Kuang, was a renowned Confucian scholar who made significant contributions to Confucian thought. He lived during the Warring States period, around the 3rd century BCE, and is celebrated for his critical perspectives on human nature and rational thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, you'll find insightful examinations into the human condition, offering a rich exploration of traditional Confucian ideas. Xunzi differentiates himself from earlier Confucians by asserting that human nature is inherently inclined towards selfish and destructive tendencies, which can only be overcome through societal and educational influence. This marks a striking contrast to the optimistic view of human nature held by Confucius and Mencius.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis works are essential reading for those interested in the origins and evolution of Eastern philosophy, particularly within the categories of Philosophy and Psychology. They provide a detailed look into the complexities of moral cultivation, governance, and ritual practice. Whether you're a student of philosophy or just curious about Eastern philosophical traditions, Xunzi's writings offer a window into ancient wisdom that continues to resonate today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"xunzi-by-xunzi-9780691169316","title":"Xunzi","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the first complete, one-volume English translation of the ancient Chinese text \u003cem\u003eXunzi\u003c\/em\u003e, one of the most extensive, sophisticated, and elegant works in the tradition of Confucian thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough essays, poetry, dialogues, and anecdotes, the \u003cem\u003eXunzi\u003c\/em\u003e presents a more systematic vision of the Confucian ideal than the fragmented sayings of Confucius and Mencius, articulating a Confucian perspective on ethics, politics, warfare, language, psychology, human nature, ritual, and music, among other topics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAimed at general readers and students of Chinese thought, Eric Hutton's translation makes the full text of this important work more accessible in English than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNamed for its purported author, the \u003cem\u003eXunzi\u003c\/em\u003e (literally, \"Master Xun\") has long been neglected compared to works such as the Analects of Confucius and the Mencius. Yet interest in the \u003cem\u003eXunzi\u003c\/em\u003e has grown in recent decades, and the text presents a much more systematic vision of the Confucian ideal than the fragmented sayings of Confucius and Mencius.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn one famous, explicit contrast to them, the \u003cem\u003eXunzi\u003c\/em\u003e argues that human nature is bad. However, it also allows that people can become good through rituals and institutions established by earlier sages. Indeed, the main purpose of the \u003cem\u003eXunzi\u003c\/em\u003e is to urge people to become as good as possible, both for their own sakes and for the sake of peace and order in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this edition, key terms are consistently translated to aid understanding, and line numbers are provided for easy reference. Other features include a concise introduction, a timeline of early Chinese history, a list of important names and terms, cross-references, brief explanatory notes, a bibliography, and an index.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000852037868,"sku":"9780691169316","price":65.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1680303482434.jpg?v=1763309963"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/xunzi.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}