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Ancient Chinese philosophy and literature in clear modern English—structured for long reading sessions and serious study.
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The Lawsuit of Xinzheng
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Treating People as One's Own Children (视民如子)
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Wujiapi (Acanthopanax Bark)
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A Lesson from the Overturned Cart (前车之鉴)
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Prioritizing the Human World: Confucius on the Limitations of Transcendental Inq...
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Resilience in Adversity: The Confucian Distinction Between the Noble and the Pet...
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Approachable and Humble (平易近人)
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Mutual Respect Like Guests (相敬如宾)
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Walking Through Danger (涉危履险)
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Looking for a Steed by Its Picture (按图索骥)
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