HPC 06. Franklin Perkins on Excavated Texts

Franklin Perkins, an expert on Warring States period philosophy, discusses how newly discovered texts are reshaping our understanding of ancient Chinese philosophy. The podcast explores the challenges of deciphering ancient texts, the manipulation of texts for practical purposes, and the philosophical perspectives of figures like Monze and Meng Zhe. It also delves into the differences in interpreting Chinese and European philosophical texts, highlighting the complexities of comparative philosophy.