Readings in Korean Confucian Philosophy

Name: Readings in Korean Confucian Philosophy
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Philip J. Ivanhoe, Hwa Yeong Wang

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Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
23 March 2026

Oriental & Indian philosophy; Confucianism

Intended as a resource for those interested in studying the development and core characteristics of Korean Confucian philosophy, this volume provides accurate and philosophically astute translations from the writings of eight important and influential Korean Confucian thinkers of the premodern period.

The general Introduction offers brief sketches of each thinker, his place within the tradition, and his most important contributions. Selections are complete and annotated to enhance accessibility. Each selection is introduced by an overview of the work. A substantial Bibliography includes both primary sources consulted and suggested further readings in English.

Edited and translated by: Philip J. Ivanhoe, Hwa Yeong Wang
Imprint: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 215mm, Width: 139mm,
ISBN: 9781647922559
ISBN 10: 1647922550
Pages: 392
Publication Date: 23 March 2026
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Philip J. Ivanhoe was, most recently, Professor of East Asian Languages and Cultures at Georgetown University. He is now retired. Hwa Yeong Wang is Assistant Professor of Philosophy, Duke Kunshan University

Reviews for Readings in Korean Confucian Philosophy

“Readings in Korean Confucian Philosophy is a masterfully edited and meticulously annotated volume that illuminates the works of eight major Korean Confucian thinkers, rendering complex texts into precise and elegant English. Ivanhoe and Wang’s superb, years-long scholarly dedication makes this book an invaluable resource for anyone engaged with Korean thought, East Asian philosophy, and intellectual history.” —Jungwon Kim, King Sejong Associate Professor of Korean Studies, Columbia University