The Analects, 9780008663919
Paperback
Wisdom, virtue, and boldness: Confucius’ timeless teachings for harmonious living.

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  • Paperback

    128 pages

  • Release Date

    11 June 2025

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Summary

Wisdom of the Ages: Unveiling The Analects

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‘The wise are free from perplexities; the virtuous from anxiety; and the bold from fear.’

Born Kong Qiu (孔丘) in what is now eastern China, Confucius began teaching a harmonious way of life based on humility, respect and the careful study of the ancients in the late sixth century BCE. Living conscientiously throughout the highs of …

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780008663919
ISBN-10:0008663912
Series:Collins Classics
Author:Confucius, James Legge
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers
Imprint:William Collins
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:128
Release Date:11 June 2025
Weight:140g
Dimensions:178mm x 111mm x 8mm
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Critics Review

Praise for Confucius:

“I have read his books with attention; I have made extracts from them; I have found in them nothing but the purest morality, without the slightest tinge of charlatanism.” – Voltaire

About The Author

Confucius

Confucius (??) c. 551 - c. 479 BCE), born Kong Qiu (??) was a Chinese philosopher known for his teachings in morality, kindness and the belief in rulers reigning by virtue.

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