{"title":"Wai-yee Li","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Wai-yee Li collection, where you can explore the insightful works of a distinguished scholar in Chinese philosophy and literature. Wai-yee Li, renowned for her expertise in interpreting classical texts, brings a fresh perspective to age-old wisdom, weaving intricate narratives that resonate with both seasoned enthusiasts and new readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable contributions is \u003cem\u003eThe Confucius Chronicles\u003c\/em\u003e, a pivotal series that delves deep into the teachings and legacy of one of China's greatest philosophers. This collection sits at the fascinating intersection of \u003cstrong\u003ePhilosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePsychology\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering profound insights that are both thought-provoking and enlightening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a long-time admirer of Confucian philosophy or someone exploring it for the first time, Wai-yee Li's works provide a clear, engaging, and accessible journey through China's rich intellectual history. Discover a world where timeless wisdom meets contemporary reflection. Perfect for anyone seeking to understand the nuances of Chinese thought and its impact on modern-day life.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-confucius-chronicles-by-wai-yee-li-9780231214834","title":"The Confucius Chronicles","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur ideas about Confucius come from the stories told about him. He often appears as the great sage of ancient China, handing down timeless moral precepts to his disciples and to posterity. Yet over the course of twenty-five centuries, Confucius has meant many different things to different people, representing varied views on political order, ethical behaviour, and personal well-being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Confucius Chronicles\u003c\/i\u003e explores enduring narratives about Confucius, shedding light on his role as a symbol of cultural ideals and a fulcrum of ideological debates across eras. Wai-yee Li translates and provides commentary on a wide range of key texts, examining how Confucius's legacy was interpreted in different historical moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeginning with the canonical account by the historian Sima Qian, she canvasses Daoist and Legalist writings from the Warring States, a ballad about a homicidal Confucius from the Tang dynasty, an eighteenth-century anthology of jokes, modern writers such as Lu Xun, and contemporary rap music, among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFocusing on how these stories are told, Li identifies continuities, ruptures, and unexpected connections in the representations of Confucius and considers the questions they raise. Suitable for a range of courses, this book offers new ways to understand Chinese cultural and intellectual history through Confucius and his transformations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47306959814892,"sku":"9780231214834","price":125.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8205043482270.jpg?v=1771072525"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/wai-yee-li.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}