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The Propensity of Things: Toward a History of Efficacy in China - Zone Books
Francois Jullien
In this book, his first to appear in English, French sinologist Francois Jullien uses the Chinese concept of shi-meaning disposition or circumstance, power or potential-as a touchstone to explore Chinese culture and to uncover the intricate structure underlying Chinese modes of thinking.
320 pages, 15
| Media | Books Hardcover Book (Book with hard spine and cover) |
| Released | November 1, 1995 |
| ISBN13 | 9780942299946 |
| Publishers | Zone Books |
| Pages | 320 |
| Dimensions | 152 × 229 × 34 mm · 603 g |
| Language | English |
| Translator | Lloyd, Janet |
