Eastern philosophy : (Record no. 9404)
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| 020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER | |
| International Standard Book Number | 9780415587334 |
| 040 ## - CATALOGING SOURCE | |
| Transcribing agency | Krishna |
| 082 00 - DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION NUMBER | |
| Classification number | 181 HAR |
| 100 1# - MAIN ENTRY--PERSONAL NAME | |
| Personal name | Harrison, Victoria S. |
| 245 10 - TITLE STATEMENT | |
| Title | Eastern philosophy : |
| Remainder of title | the basics / |
| Statement of responsibility, etc | Victoria S Harrison. |
| 260 ## - PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC. (IMPRINT) | |
| Place of publication, distribution, etc | London : |
| -- | New York : |
| Name of publisher, distributor, etc | Routledge, |
| Date of publication, distribution, etc | 2013. |
| 300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION | |
| Extent | xii, 199 p. : |
| Dimensions | 21 cm. |
| 504 ## - BIBLIOGRAPHY, ETC. NOTE | |
| Bibliography, etc | Includes bibliographical references (pages 192-193) and index. |
| 520 ## - SUMMARY, ETC. | |
| Summary, etc | Eastern Philosophy: The Basics is an essential introduction to major Indian and Chinese philosophies, both past and present. Exploring familiar metaphysical and ethical questions from the perspectives offered by a range of eastern philosophies, including Confucianism, Daoism, the main Buddhist and Hindu philosophical schools, as well as Jainism, this book covers key figures, issues, methods and concepts.<br/><br/>Questions discussed include:<br/><br/>What is the ‘self’?<br/>Is human nature inherently good or bad?<br/>How is the mind related to the world?<br/>How can you live an authentic life?<br/>What is the fundamental nature of reality?<br/>With timelines highlighting key figures and their contributions, a list of useful websites, pronunciation guides and further reading suggestions, Eastern Philosophy: The Basics provides an engaging overview of fundamental ideas in eastern philosophy. The second edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to take account of the most recent scholarship. It includes study questions for each chapter, an updated bibliography, a new section on the Yijing and expanded discussion of Indian philosophies and their basis in experience. Eastern Philosophy: The Basics is valuable reading for all students of philosophy and religion, especially those seeking to understand eastern thought. |
| 650 #0 - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM | |
| Topical term or geographic name as entry element | Philosophy, Asian. |
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| Source of classification or shelving scheme | Dewey Decimal Classification |
| Koha item type | Books |
| Withdrawn status | Lost status | Source of classification or shelving scheme | Damaged status | Not for loan | Home library | Current library | Date acquired | Source of acquisition | Cost, normal purchase price | Total Checkouts | Total Renewals | Full call number | Barcode | Date last seen | Date checked out | Copy number | Cost, replacement price | Price effective from | Koha item type |
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| Dewey Decimal Classification | Paro College Library | Paro College Library | 16/08/2013 | Students Plus, 4614 dt. 02/08/2013 | 1087.00 | 3 | 1 | 181 HAR | *23735* | 18/05/2021 | 18/05/2021 | E 4763 | 1137.00 | 16/08/2013 | Books | ||||
| Dewey Decimal Classification | Paro College Library | Paro College Library | 10/10/2013 | Students Plus | 2 | 1 | 181 HAR | *23937* | 22/03/2017 | 08/03/2017 | E 4887 | 10/10/2013 | Books |