History of Western Philosophy (Academic Edition, Volume 1)

Author: Ye Xiushan, Wang Shuren (General Editors); Ye Xiushan, Wang Shuren (Authors)
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Publish Date: 2004-07-01
Features: This book is the "General Introduction" to the 8-volume "History of Western Philosophy," divided into two parts. The first part, "The Transformation of Western Philosophical Concepts," is written by Professor Ye Xiushan. Starting from an analysis of the fundamental trajectory of Western philosophical development, the author provides a concise exposition of the intrinsic logic of Western philosophical evolution, the formation, development, interrelationships, and theoretical forms of various concepts, highlighting the profound essence of Western philosophy and elucidating its historical impact and contemporary significance. The second part, "The Integration of Chinese and Western Philosophy and Culture in the Context of Western Learning Spreading Eastward," is written by Professor Wang Shuren. The author systematically elaborates on the history of the integration of Chinese and Western philosophy, its fundamental issues and characteristics, and explores the possibilities of achieving mutual understanding between Chinese and Western philosophies. The two parts complement each other, reflecting the comprehensive grasp of Western philosophy and the relationship between Chinese and Western philosophies by scholars in China.