This book offers a comprehension discussion of the genealogies of two modern Chinese concepts, “nature” (ziran 自然) and “human beings” (ren 人), across a wide selection of modern Chinese intellectuals beginning from the Republican period to the modern day. From the introduction of Western science in the late Qing, through creative translations and philosophical interpretations, to the politically-focused investigations of the meaning of being human and attempts to conserve ...

The main theme of this book is how newly excavated texts have provided new energy and perspectives to allow us to renew our understanding of ancient Chinese thought, especially that of Confucianism. Through an analysis of texts from the Guodian, Shanghai Museum, and other collections of excavated manuscripts, this book undertakes a wide-ranging analysis of Confucian thought in itself and also its influence on other trends of thought in ancient China. It focuses on such topics as morality, ...

This book compares the enlightenment thought of China and Japan amid 19th-century Western imperialism, offering a groundbreaking analysis of how two iconic thinkers shaped their nations’ divergent paths to modernity.Through 12 analytical chapters, the book explores how Yan Fu of China and Fukuzawa Yukichi of Japan navigated the paradox of tradition versus progress. Key themes include their contrasting approaches to Western science, political freedom, economic reform, and cultural i...

Plant Proteins, Bioactive Peptides, and Healthy Foods: Nutritional Properties, Functional Applications, and Processing Innovations offers a comprehensive exploration of emerging and novel plant-based proteins, including soy, pea, walnut, quinoa, hemp, duckweed, oat and more, detailing nutritional properties, bioactive peptide generation, and the potential health benefits they offer for cardiovascular support, muscle recovery, and inflammatory conditions. By analyzing the interactions betwe...

The theme of the book is to provide children with comprehensive nutrition guidance to help them maintain health as they grow. The book has outstanding features, including healthy dietary patterns for children’s nutritional needs, nutritional functional factors for improving development, low-energy foods suitable for obese children, and foods that promote intestinal health. Readers will get scientific dietary advice from the book to help children develop good eating habits and prevent malnu...