Publisher's Synopsis
""Kingdom of Lu: The Virtuous Reforms of Confucius Therein, Something About His Rival Sage Lao-Tsze and More About That Deplorable Vagabond and Clown Mong Pi"" by Maurice Magre is a book that delves into the history and philosophy of ancient China. The book focuses on the life and teachings of Confucius, a philosopher who lived in the 5th century BC and who is widely regarded as one of the most influential thinkers in Chinese history. The author explores Confucius' teachings on ethics, morality, and governance, and how they shaped the Kingdom of Lu during his lifetime.In addition to Confucius, the book also discusses other important figures in Chinese philosophy, including Lao-Tsze, Confucius' rival sage, and Mong Pi, a notorious clown and vagabond who was known for his irreverent humor and biting social commentary. The author provides insights into the lives and teachings of these figures, as well as their impact on Chinese culture and society.Overall, ""Kingdom of Lu"" is a fascinating exploration of ancient Chinese philosophy and history, offering readers a deeper understanding of the roots of Chinese culture and the enduring legacy of its greatest thinkers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
