Reading Primary Sources in Asian Philosophy

This is the first set of reading guides to Asian philosophy that goes beyond introducing ideas and explains how to read. Each book focuses on a specific tradition or topic, and each chapter is dedicated to a single text. They treat relevant historical context before discussing key themes, unpacking the text and, crucially, helping readers learn to approach the texts themselves. They act as succinct introductions to philosophical texts from China, Indian, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia. Here are tools you need to engage with the rich argumentation, different genres, and fascinating ideas found in Asian philosophy. Including ancient, classical, and modern texts, Reading Primary Sources in Asian Philosophy expands coverage of the philosophical canon. These skills-based books are for anyone coming to the tradition for the first time, showing you how to engage with these texts on your own.