- Paperback: 224 pages
- Publisher: Arcturus Publishing; Reissue edition (27 Mar 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0572032013
- ISBN-13: 978-0572032012
- Product Dimensions: 22.4 x 16.2 x 1.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 488,176 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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An illustrated introduction to three great philosophical traditions, namely those of India, the Middle East and the Far East.
Fifty eastern thinkers are covered. Each is placed within the context of his or her own tradition and key ideas are explored together with relevant biographical information. The book focuses on the philosophies of the East rather than on its religions and attempts to be clear and concise without over-simplification.
The Indian section covers Hindu, Buddhist and Jain thought with special emphasis on Vedanta philosophy. The Middle Eastern section is primarily concerned with Islamic thinkers. The Far East includes the three great traditions of China - Confucianism, Daoism and Buddhism - as well as the Buddhist thinkers of Japan. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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A very good starting point for anybody with interest in Eastern Philosophies, easy to follow and understand
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A descriptive survey of spiritual and philosophical figures from the dawn of history
3 May 2006
Format:Hardcover
Eastern Philosophy: The Greatest Thinkers And Sages From Ancient To Modern Times by Kevin Burns offers a descriptive survey of spiritual and philosophical figures from the dawn of history. Presenting more then fifty major figures, Eastern Philosophy offers readers a succinct understanding of the lives and messages of such influential sages as Mohandas Gandhi, Laozi, Al-Hallaj, Confucius, Al-Kindi, Zoroaster and the histories of such philosophies as Indian and Hindi, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Islamic, and Zoroastrianism. Eastern Philosophy is accessible and very highly recommended reading, especially for students of the great world religions and philosophies.
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