The Kyoto School: An Introduction

The Kyoto School: An Introduction
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An accessible discussion of the thought of key figures of the Kyoto School of Japanese philosophy.

This book provides a much-needed introduction to the Kyoto School of Japanese philosophy. Robert E. Carter focuses on four influential Japanese philosophers: the three most important members of the Kyoto School (Nishida Kitaro, Tanabe Hajime, and Nishitani Keiji), and a fourth (Watsuji Tetsuro), who was, at most, an associate member of the school. Each of these thinkers wrestled systematically with the Eastern idea of â‚¬Å“nothingness,â‚¬Â albeit from very different perspectives.

Many Western scholars, students, and serious general readers are intrigued by this school of thought, which reflects Japanâ‚¬s engagement with the West. A number of works by various thinkers associated with the Kyoto School are now available in English, but these works are often difficult to grasp for those not already well-versed in the philosophical and historical context. Carterâ‚¬s book provides an accessible yet substantive introduction to the school andoffers an East-West dialogue that enriches our understanding of Japanese thought while also shedding light on our own assumptions, habits of thought, and prejudices.
Country USA
Brand State University Press of New York (Suny)
Manufacturer State University of New York Press
Binding Paperback
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781438445427
ReleaseDate 2013-01-21

Country	USA
Brand	State University Press of New York (Suny)
Manufacturer	State University of New York Press
Binding	Paperback
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781438445427
ReleaseDate	2013-01-21

The Kyoto School: An Introduction

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