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Bai, Tongdong

China : the middle way of the middle kingdom / Tongdong Bai - London : Zed, 2012. - viii, 206 pages 22cm. - World political theories. .

Introduction 1. Modernity before its time: the historical context of 'classical' Chinese political thought 2. The middle way of Confucianism: humanity as the new social glue 3. The middle way of Confucianism: equality-based mobile hierarchy 4. Daoism: return to an age of innocence 5. The Legalists: builders of modern bureaucracy and institutions 6. Later developments: the middle way Conclusion: The contemporary relevance of traditional Chinese political philosophy

Tongdong Bai examines the rich history of political theories and practices from China's past, showing how it impacts upon the present.

ISBN: 9781780320755

Publisher. No.: International Book Distributors :Flat No 17, Prakash Apartment 4405/2, 5 Ansari Road Darya Ganj New Delhi

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Political science
Confucianism and state -- China.
Legalism (Chinese philosophy)
China -- Politics and government.
PHILOSOPHY -- Political.
Confucianism and state.
Politics and government.

Dewey Class. No.: 320.951 BAI