Confucian Analects

The Confucian Analects is a collection of sayings and teachings attributed to the Chinese philosopher Confucius and his disciples. This book, translated by James Legge, is considered one of the most important works in Chinese philosophy and has had a major influence on Chinese society and culture. The Analects covers a wide range of topics, including ethics, politics, education, and personal conduct. Legge's translation is highly regarded for its accuracy and clarity, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. This edition includes extensive notes and commentary, providing context and insight into the teachings of Confucius and their relevance to contemporary society.The Master said, 'If the people be led by laws, and uniformity sought to be given them by punishments, they will try to avoid the punishment, but have no sense of shame.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.