Leibniz and China: A Commerce of Light - Rilegato

Perkins, Franklin

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ISBN 10: 0521830249 ISBN 13: 9780521830249

Casa editrice: Cambridge University Press, 2004

Riassunto

Why was Leibniz so fascinated by Chinese philosophy and culture? What specific forms did his interest take? How did his interest compare with the relative indifference of his philosophical contemporaries and near-contemporaries such as Spinoza and Locke? In this highly original book, Franklin Perkins examines Leibniz's voluminous writings on the subject and suggests that his interest was founded in his own philosophy: the nature of his metaphysical and theological views required him to take Chinese thought seriously. Leibniz was unusual in holding enlightened views about the intellectual profitability of cultural exchange, and in a broad-ranging discussion Perkins charts these views, their historical context, and their social and philosophical ramifications. The result is an illuminating philosophical study which also raises wider questions about the perils and rewards of trying to understand and learn from a different culture.

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Recensione:

"This is a carefully researched, closely argued, and clearly written work which offers a number of insights into the metaphysics and theology of Leibniz, especially as they are evidenced in his critiques of Chinese thought. Perkins has made a major contribution both to Leibniz studies and to comparative philosophy." Henry Rosemont, Trinity University, San Antonio

"Perkin's book is not just good and informative, but also pathbreaking" - Justin E. H. Smith, Concordia University

"The book is an excellent and timely resource foe anyone involved in the pursuit of philosophical wisdom in the context of world community."
Robin R. Wang, Philosophy East and West

Descrizione del libro:

Unlike other early modern thinkers, Leibniz had a lifelong interest in learning from China, developing and promoting a progressive vision of cultural exchange. In this highly original book, Franklin Perkins examines Leibniz's engagement with China and its roots in his philosophy.

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• Editore: Cambridge University Press
• Data di pubblicazione: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0521830249
• ISBN 13: 9780521830249
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 244