Human and Nature (Chinese Philosophical Ecological View)

Author: Meng Peiyuan
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Features: Ancient Chinese philosophy is rich in ecological thought, but there is still a lack of systematic organization. This book takes the proposition of "Unity of Heaven and Man" and the concept of sustainable development as its starting point, focusing on discussing nearly all the crucial issues of Chinese ecological ethics. It not only provides a general discussion on the ecological perspective of Confucianism but also, in chronological order, explains and elaborates on the ecological thoughts of representative figures and works in Chinese history from the perspectives of Confucianism, Taoism, Song-Ming Neo-Confucianism, and modern philosophy. This approach weaves together the framework and system of traditional Chinese philosophical ecological thought. The book has a rigorous structure, fluent writing, and is well-supported by detailed and abundant historical materials, fully demonstrating Professor Meng's rigorous academic approach, profound scholarly foundation, and expertise in handling materials and organizing articles.