Saturday, 31. May 2008
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Confucianism
This encyclopedia includes not only the teachings of Confucius but also a wealth of information about Chinese culture, music, ceremony, teachers, writings, emperors, and events that are integral to Confucianism.

In volume 1, the author explains much of the teachings and history of Confucianism, why it is important to know how this ideology influences the modern world, and whether or not it is a religion. This is followed by a list of the contents arranged by broad subject, such as "Astrology, Cosmology, and Mythology" and "Dynasties, Official Titles, and Rulers."

In volume 2, the back matter includes a "Chronology of Chinese Dynasties," Romanization tables from Wade-Giles to Pinyan and from Pinyan to Wade-Giles, a glossary of Chinese characters, a bibliography of works in Chinese and works in English, and the index.

image


Each entry includes numerous cross-references in bold type and a bibliography of works in English. The entries vary widely in length from short paragraphs to several pages and are complemented by many full-page and smaller black-and-white illustrations, photographs, and high-quality maps. The portraits of teachers and emperors are particularly interesting.

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Confucianism
by Rodney Leon Taylor, Howard Y. F. Choy
Rosen Publishing Group, 2004-07 | 1000 pages | PDF | 22.7 MB


Traditional Chinese star atlas from 1607 on which the Mandate of Heaven was mapped:

image
Click the picture for a larger view
Category: Books & Magazines Category: Religion & Early Cultures




Comments Temporarily Disabled


Sorry folks - too much spam, the comments are deactivated. Stand by and please excuse the inconvenience.