Distinction between the Real and the Unreal (The Purpose of Wang Chong's Philosophy)

Author: Zhou Guidiian
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Publish Date: 1996-02-01
Features: This book is part of the "Studies on Great Chinese Philosophers Series." It is a specialized work that systematically examines the philosophical thought of Wang Chong, a renowned philosopher of the Eastern Han Dynasty. His masterpiece, Lunheng (On the Equality of Things), has had a profound influence on Chinese history, as evidenced by the saying, "Many attacked it, but those who admired it never ceased." This book explores Wang Chong's philosophical system with a fresh perspective, delves into his views on the (virtuality and reality) issues of his time, and conducts an in-depth analysis from a modern standpoint, leading to a series of new insights. It argues that Wang Chong was a forward-thinking thinker with a spirit of modern science, demonstrating rational thinking and logical power in his distinction between virtuality and reality.