Encyclopedia of Asian Philosophy

ISBN-13: 9780415172813 / Angielski / Twarda / 2001 / 704 str.

Oliver Leaman

Opis

Incorporating cultural and religious contexts, this encyclopedia provides a guide to the main concepts and thinkers in Asian philosophy - starting with Abhidharma and ending with Zurvan. The main philosophical trends and thinkers in each geographical area are featured, with an emphasis on contemporary developments and movements.

Recenzje

'...a valuable resource for readers interested in both Western and Asian philosophy, Asian religions and Asian culture and civilization and is recommended for academic and large public libraries - - Booklist/RBB

'...it is a scholarly and well organized effort that will find a place on the shelves of both interested scholars as well as academic and larger public libraries.' - Against the Grain

'With its concise, simple explanations and useful references, this excellent tool will find an audience in both public and academic libraries.' - Gale Reference Reviews

Spis treści

Australasia
China
India
Islam
Japan
Korea
Melanesia
Tibet
Zoroas trianism

O autorze

Oliver Leaman is Professor of Philosophy at University of Kentucky and was a section editor on the multi volume Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy and contributed to the Companion Encyclopedia of Asian Philosophy.