The Political Doctrines of Sun Yat-sen: An Exposition of the San Min Chu I
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"The Political Doctrines of Sun Yat-sen: An Exposition of the San Min Chu I" by Paul Myron Anthony Linebarger is a scholarly work written in the mid-20th century. This book serves as an exploration of Sun Yat-sen’s political thought, focusing particularly on his seminal work, the San Min Chu I, which articulated his vision for a modernized China through nationalism, democracy, and social welfare. The author aims to bridge the understanding of
Eastern and Western political philosophies by contextualizing Sun Yat-sen's ideas within the broader scope of Chinese history and culture. At the start of the exposition, the author emphasizes Sun Yat-sen's multifaceted role as a revolutionary leader, combining the perspectives of a conspirator, state-builder, and philosopher. Linebarger outlines the pressing need for the introduction of Western political ideas to China, while also highlighting the significance of interpreting Chinese political philosophy for a global audience. He introduces the challenges Sun faced and identifies the historical context of his doctrines, particularly the impact of Confucianism and the influence of Western powers on China. This initial section sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Sun Yat-sen's key principles, directly addressing the ideological shift necessary for national revival in a rapidly changing world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Linebarger, Paul Myron Anthony, 1913-1966 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Political Doctrines of Sun Yat-sen: An Exposition of the San Min Chu I |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 49.1 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Sun, Yat-sen, 1866-1925. San min zhu yi |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39356 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-39356-8 |
| Release Date | Apr 2, 2012 |
| Last Update | Jun 17, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1390 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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