A Theory of the Aphorism
From Confucius to Twitter
Andrew Hui
Explore the fascinating history and influence of aphorisms, from Confucius to Twitter, in A Theory of the Aphorism by Andrew Hui. This engaging book crosses cultures and time periods, delving into the origins and development of aphorisms and their impact on philosophy and religion. With clarity and precision, Hui examines how these short sayings have functioned as ancestors, allies, or antagonists to grand systems of philosophy, making this a must-read for anyone interested in literature, philosophy, and the history of ideas.
Publish Date
2019-03-19T00:00:00.000Z
2019-03-19T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
3.63
ISBN
9780691188959
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2019-11-29T16:57:55.000Z
These were my top 5 Philosophy books this year @five_books Which books would you have included that I didn’t? – source