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The Propensity of Things

- Toward a History of Efficacy in China

part of the Zone Books series

About The Propensity of Things

In this book, his first to appear in English, French sinologist Francois Jullien uses the Chinese concept of shi-meaning disposition or circumstance, power or potential-as a touchstone to explore Chinese culture and to uncover the intricate structure underlying Chinese modes of thinking.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780942299946
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 320
  • Published:
  • October 31, 1995
  • Dimensions:
  • 152x229x34 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 590 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: December 15, 2024

Description of The Propensity of Things

In this book, his first to appear in English, French sinologist Francois Jullien uses the Chinese concept of shi-meaning disposition or circumstance, power or potential-as a touchstone to explore Chinese culture and to uncover the intricate structure underlying Chinese modes of thinking.

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