Key concepts in Eastern philosophy / Oliver Leaman.
"This invaluable survey covers all of the main terms and concepts used in Eastern philosophy. It clearly defines the essential philosophical ideas linked to the traditions of Persia, the Islamic world, Japan, India, China and Tibet, and discusses the major principles of Zoroastrianism, Sufism,...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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London ; New York :
Routledge,
1999.
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| Series: | Key concepts series.
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| Summary: | "This invaluable survey covers all of the main terms and concepts used in Eastern philosophy. It clearly defines the essential philosophical ideas linked to the traditions of Persia, the Islamic world, Japan, India, China and Tibet, and discusses the major principles of Zoroastrianism, Sufism, Confucianism, Taoism, Hinduism, Shintoism, Buddhism, and beyond. Each entry includes a lively and authoritative critical analysis of the term or concept covered. This book is a uniquely helpful source for anyone interested in coming to grips with the Eastern philosophical world."--Publisher description. |
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| Physical Description: | xxx, 319 pages ; 21 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 288-299) and index. |
| ISBN: | 0415173620 9780415173629 0415173639 9780415173636 |