Biography of Huang Zongxi -- A Series of Biographies of Chinese Thinkers

Author: Xu Dingbao
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Publish Date: 2002-02-01
Features: Huang Zongxi was a great thinker of the "world upheaval" era in the 17th century China, as well as a learned scholar with outstanding achievements in multiple disciplines. The book provides a comprehensive examination of this cultural giant of over three centuries, including his life background, life experiences, enlightenment consciousness, philosophical thoughts, historical spirit, literary concepts, literary creations, and other scientific ideas. It emphasizes the era's atmosphere, intellectual vitality, and academic personality of Huang Zongxi. The book highlights his rational thinking aligned with social development patterns and his humanistic sentiments that bridge past and future, reflecting the specific conditions of historical evolution and the spiritual resonance between historical figures. It also focuses more on Huang Zongxi's extraordinary reflections and explorations on society and life, which are both arduous and valuable. At the end of the book, a concise "Chronology of Huang Zongxi" is provided for reference.