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The Ethics of Confucius (Cosimo Classics Sacred Texts) Paperback – Illustrated, November 1, 2005

by Miles Menander Dawson (Editor)

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"Without knowing the force of words, it is impossible to know men." - Confucius The Ethics of Confucius presents everyone with the opportunity to understand the true nature of the Confucian concept of good conduct to encourage independent, clear thinking about the purposes of life and what may be done with it. This volume of ethical teachings, which are almost purely secular, covers self-development - the conduct of "The Superior Man" ¬- but also the family, the state, the cultivation of the fine arts, and universal relations. These insightful, timeless teachings by Confucius and his disciples are arranged by, and commented upon, by Miles Menander Dawson. MILES MENANDER DAWSON (1863-1942) was deeply interested in poetry and philosophy, particularly ethics, and wrote books about the teachings of Zoroaster, Socrates, as well as Confucius. Born in Wisconsin, Dawson spent his life as a highly respected actuary in New York. He wrote numerous books on life insurance and actuarial science and was a member of the Confucian Society of China.

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MILES MENANDER DAWSON (1863-1942) was deeply interested in poetry and philosophy, particularly ethics, and wrote books about the teachings of Zoroaster, Socrates, as well as Confucius. Born in Wisconsin, Dawson spent his life as a highly respected actuary in New York. He wrote numerous books on life insurance and actuarial science and was a member of the Confucian Society of China.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cosimo Classics; Illustrated edition (November 1, 2005)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 352 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1596054174
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1596054172
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.5 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.79 x 8 inches

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- #15,129 in Chinese History (Books)

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Gary Jacque

Confucius a philosophy for thought

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The Ethics of Confucius If today's business and corporate world would follow the philosophy of Confucius there would not be all the ethical problems that exist. A great read and lots of questions to think about. If you want to learn ethics read this book!