The Ecological Era and Classical Chinese Naturalism

A Case Study of Tao Yuanming

Autor*innen

• Shuyuan Lu

Parameter

• 192 Seiten
• 7 Lesestunden

• Ökologie & Umwelt
• Sozialwissenschaften
• Wissenschaftsgeschichte & -theorie

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The book introduces Tao Yuanming, an ancient Chinese poet, as a key figure in classical oriental natural philosophy, emphasizing his concept of "dwelling poetically on earth." It employs Derrida's specter theory to analyze his work within a postmodern and eco-critical framework. Additionally, it examines naturalist figures from other cultures, encouraging contemporary readers to reflect on their existence and aspirations. The comprehensive table of contents enhances the reading experience, providing a broad perspective on the themes discussed.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2016
• Einband: Hardcover