| Daoism in History: Essays in Honour of Liu Ts'un-yan Contributor(s): Penny, Benjamin (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0415348528 ISBN-13: 9780415348522 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $161.50 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: March 2006 Annotation: The study of the religion of Daoism has flourished over the last decade in China, Japan and the West. A new generation of scholars has appeared who are rewriting our understandings of Daoism, which is perceived to be 'China's indigenous high religion'. "Daoism in" "History" brings together essays by some of the leading scholars from Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, the UK, France, Italy and the US, thus presenting new and important research in the field. These essays honour one of the pioneers of Daoist Studies, Emeritus Professor Liu Ts'un-yan. His essay ""Was Celestial Master Zhang a Historical Figure?,"" a major work, which addresses one of the pivotal questions in the entire history of Daoism is the final essay in this book. A Chinese character glossary as well as a bibliography and index conclude the book. The field of Daoist studies is now recognised as one of the most vital areas of research in Chinese history and the history of religions. "Daoism in History" is a major contribution to the area. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Taoism (see Also Philosophy - Taoist) |
| Dewey: 299.514 |
| LCCN: 2004030619 |
| Series: Routledge Studies in Taoism |
| Physical Information: 0.77" H x 6.18" W x 9.54" (1.40 lbs) 304 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Taoism - Cultural Region - Asian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Over the last decade there has been a marked increase in the study of Daoism especially in Japan, China and the West, with a new generation of scholars broadening our understanding of the religion. Including contributions from the foremost scholars in the field, Daoism in History presents new and important research. These essays honour one of the pioneers of Daoist studies, Emeritus Professor Liu Ts'un-yan. His major essay 'Was Celestial Master Zhang a Historical Figure?' addresses one of the pivotal questions in the entire history of Daoism and is included here as the final essay. In addition, a Chinese character glossary, bibliography and index conclude the book. The first in an exciting new series, this book presents brand new thinking on Daoism - a field now recognized as one of the most vital areas of research in Chinese history and the history of religions. |