amra@ihuxj.UUCP (Steven L. Aldrich) (12/11/83)
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THANKS GO OUT TO LAURA
CREIGHTON AND OTHERS FOR
THIS INSPIRING THIS IDEA!!
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I would like to propose a discussion of Asian history and
philosophies. Also would like to discuss the differances
between Eastern & Western cultures,religions,and philosophies.
I would also be interested in hearing from people who can suggest
relevant reading materials on these subjects. My knowledge of this
area of the world is limited; I would like to increase it. This
is of interest to me and I'd like to hear from you about this topic.
I believe that with 5000+ yrs. of history and cultural/scientific
development behind them, the Asian cultures have NUMEROUS contributions
to make to Western society.
Send comments,suggestions,& information to me at IHNP4!IHUXJ!AMRA,
or POST them to the following newsgroups,(net.politics;net.religion;
or net.philosophy). Hope to hear from you in the near future.
PEACE & BEST WISHED
From the ever curious mind of:
Steve Aldrich (ihnp4!ihuxj!amra)ellis@flairvax.UUCP (Michael Ellis) (12/15/83)
Two fairly encyclopedic texts I'd recommend are:
Sourcebook on Indian Philosophy, Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
Sourcebook on Chinese Philosophy, Wing-Tsit Chan
...both published by Princeton University Press and widely available in
paperback for about $10 apiece.
Chan's method involves a minimum of commentary and massive dosages of
translation. His Lao Tzu is the best I've read yet. I am unable to
comment on Radhakrishnan -- the material is vast and my exposure
to it still minimal.
If you're looking for something to keep you busy for about five years,
pick these up.
-michael