The Book of Lord Shang

This book gives a complete translation of the work known in Chinese as Shang-chün-shu, and the title, which I have chosen, is a literal rendering of the Chinese designation of the book. The Lord of Shang held high office in the state of Ch’in between 359 and 338 B.C., and the book which bears his name is regarded as belonging to the School of Law. In order to ascertain how far the connection of his name with the book is justified, it has been necessary to stud... >Voir plus