by Confucio · tapa blanda · ISBN 9789898231161
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«Analectos» is the philosophical work by Confucius published by Cotovia in paperback, in Portuguese.
Collection of sayings and teachings attributed to Confucius, spiritual foundation of Chinese civilization. The work articulates a humanist ethics and addresses virtue, social order and good governance; its influence extends to China and East Asia.
Translation by António Gonçalves and preface by Simon Leys. ISBN 9789898231161; catalogue reference BL.075.
Recommended for readers interested in Chinese philosophy, Eastern classics and humanities.
Confucius, born Kong Qiu, was a Chinese philosopher of the Spring and Autumn period who is traditionally considered the paragon of Chinese sages. Much of the shared cultural heritage of the Sinosphere originates in the philosophy and teachings of Confucius. His philosophical teachings, called Confucianism, emphasized personal and governmental morality, harmonious social relationships, righteousness, kindness, sincerity, and a ruler's responsibilities to lead by virtue.
