One of the most influential books of all time, The Analects of
Confucius collects the sayings and wisdom of the Chinese philosopher
and his followers. Still as relevant today as they were over two
thousand years ago, these teachings together present a moral code that
values virtue above all, and make up the core values of the Confucian
tradition.
This edition includes a full introduction that gives the social and
political background of the ancient work, analyses of key terms in
Chinese thought, and a careful study of the history of the book and its
interpretations. There are also full notes illuminating the references
to contemporary events and clarifying obscure passages. An essential
work of literature and philosophy, The Analects of Confucius has
shaped generations of readers around the world.