Thirty-Five Oriental Philosophers

Diané Collinson, Robert Wilkinson, Robert Wilkinson

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Routledge
17 March 1994

Oriental & Indian philosophy; Oriental religions; Zoroastrianism; Islamic studies

Thirty-Five Oriental Philosophers is an introduction to the several philosophical traditions usually referred to as oriental. There is a growing interest in eastern thought in the West, but there is no single book which offers a comprehensive overview of the whole terrain within a manageable compass. Thirty-Five Oriental Philosophers fills this gap by close analysis of the key works of central figures in

the traditions concerned: those of Zoroastrianism, Islam, India, Tibet, China and Japan, ranging from the earliest times to the present day. The book is composed of essays on individual philosophers, outlining the central themes of their philosophy, with lists of their major works and suggestions for further reading. The philosophers chosen are of central importance to the tradition concerned and regularly figure in

courses on eastern philosophy, religion or culture. Each major section is prefaced by a short sub-introduction which indicates the place of the philosopher in the tradition concerned, and indicates how the various traditions have interacted over time. Areas with specially high profile in the West such as Islam and Zen receive extended treatment. Philosophica difficulties associated with each position are discussed. References to parallel ideas in the Western philosophical tradition are indicated as they occur. A glossary of key philosophical term is provided. The book will be extremely useful to undergraduate students on courses dealing with any aspect

of oriental culture.

By: Diané Collinson, Robert Wilkinson, Robert Wilkinson
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 408g
ISBN: 9780415025966
ISBN 10: 0415025966
Pages: 212
Publication Date: 17 March 1994
Audience: College/higher education , General/trade , Primary , ELT Advanced
Replaced By: 9780415202831
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Diané Collinson, Dr Robert Wilkinson, Robert Wilkinson

Reviews for Thirty-Five Oriental Philosophers

'This compendious review of the establishment and development of orient philosophy provides the reader with an admirably lucid survey of a complex body thought. ... a masterly survey and introductinon.' - African Studies