Han Feizi Quick Read: The Order of the State

Author: Zhang Suzhen
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Publish Date: 2004-10-01
Features: The books here are something you must read at least once in your lifetime, whether you are ten, thirty, or seventy years old! A minimalist reading list of Chinese culture. From the vast collection of ancient classics, sixty masterpieces have been selected for the first time to present a comprehensive and lively portrayal of the style and appearance of Chinese culture over five thousand years. Renowned scholars from Taiwan review classical works with the perspective of the 21st century, traversing time and space, and guiding you into the "unfenced museum of Chinese culture."
The Han Feizi is written in exquisite style, sharp yet exhilarating. Its structure is rigorous, its reasoning profound, and its arguments incisive, making it a timeless model for scholars to study. Take a look at the well-known fables like "Waiting for a Hare at a Tree Stump," "Buying the Box to Return the Pearl," "Writing a Letter from Ying to Yan," and "Filling the Orchestra with Unskilled Musicians." These delightful tales are truly amusing and astonishing to read. But behind the stories lies a deeper wisdom that serves as a cautionary reminder for our actions. Upon closer examination, its primary purpose is also to demonstrate a rather practical theory of governance. You can’t help but marvel at the author’s extraordinary talent!