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Shuchen Xiang, "Chinese Cosmopolitanism: The History and Philosophy of an Idea" (Princeton UP, 2023)

New Books in East Asian Studies

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Chinese Cosmopolitanism: Embracing Change and Continuity

This chapter discusses the metaphysical framework of Chinese cosmopolitanism, focusing on the concept of change and interaction as the foundation of Chinese metaphysics. It compares the Chinese view of embracing difference and change with the Greek worldview that values identity and non-change. The chapter explores how Chinese culture maintains continuity over time while undergoing transformations and the importance of heterogeneity and harmony in Chinese cosmopolitanism.

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