Kim Hyung-chan: The Analects

The Analects is the most widely read of Eastern classics and has exerted the greatest influence on East Asian culture and history. Even after 2,500 long years, Confucius's words have not faded; rather, they have gained new value with the times, serving as a guide to truth for many. However, due to the heavy aura associated with it being a "Confucian holy text," quite a few people today find this book difficult to read. Professor Kim Hyung-chan of Korea University’s translation of the Analects has received praise from numerous readers for its easy-to-understand, modern approach. The friendly translation allows for a seamless reading experience, while footnotes provide a richer understanding for sections requiring background knowledge. Furthermore, for those wishing to savor the original text, the book includes the original text and explanations of phrases at the back, making it suitable for step-by-step reading ranging from a light introduction to in-depth study. This revised edition, adorned with a new look for the Hyunamsa Eastern Classics series, has been reborn in a more approachable form for readers by correcting existing typographical errors and refining the sentences. Once you actually open the book, you will be surprised to realize how easy the *Analects*, which once seemed so distant, is written in simple language and how closely it tells stories related to our lives.

Korean title: 논어

Korean author: 김형찬

Korean publisher: 현암사

ISBN-13: 9788932320830