Nature and Human Beings

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Genealogies of Two Modern Chinese Concepts

Zhongjiang Wang, Kevin J. Turner

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Springer Verlag, Singapore
27 May 2026

Genealogy, heraldry, names & honours; Oriental & Indian philosophy; Philosophy of science; Environmentalist thought & ideology

This book offers a comprehension discussion of the genealogies of two modern Chinese concepts, “nature” (ziran 自然) and “human beings” (ren 人), across a wide selection of modern Chinese intellectuals beginning from the Republican period to the modern day. From the introduction of Western science in the late Qing, through creative translations and philosophical interpretations, to the politically-focused investigations of the meaning of being human and attempts to conserve Chinese culture, this book explores the various ways Chinese intellectuals dealt with Western learning to transform their own tradition to meet the challenges of their day. For scholars interested in modern Chinese philosophy, this book offers penetrating insights into the core ideas of some of the most important modern thinkers; for those interested in ancient Chinese philosophy, this book offers valuable insights regarding how the ancient tradition was appropriated for modern purposes.

By: Zhongjiang Wang
Translated by: Kevin J. Turner
Imprint: Springer Verlag, Singapore
Country of Publication: Singapore
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 155mm,
ISBN: 9789819580293
ISBN 10: 9819580293
Pages: 330
Publication Date: 27 May 2026
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Wang Zhongjiang is Distinguished Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Shandong University, Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Peking University, Chair of the Department of Philosophy at Zhengzhou University, and Dean of the Institute for Advanced Humanities Studies at Peking University. His research focuses on Confucian and Daoist philosophy, excavated texts, and modern Chinese philosophy. He has published over 150 articles and over 15 books. Many of his articles and books have been translated into English and Japanese. Kevin J. Turner is Assistant Professor in the Department of Religion and Philosophy at Hong Kong Baptist University. He received his Ph.D. in Chinese Philosophy from Peking University. His research interests include Chinese philosophy, comparative philosophy and the intersection of self, body, and technology. He has published articles in Philosophy East and West, Asian Philosophy, Dao, and Asian Studies. He is the translator of Excavated Texts and a New Portrait of the Early Confucians by Wang Zhongjiang and Family and Filiality: An Intercultural Perspective by Zhang Xianglong.