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Zhou dynasty essayists

  • Han FeiHan Fei was born into the ruling family of Han during the Warring States period. His aristocratic birth set him apart from other philosophers who rose from…
  • Xunzi (philosopher)The year 310 BCE marked the birth of Xun Kuang in the state of Zhao, a region located within modern-day Shanxi Province.
  • MenciusMeng Ke arrived in the state of Zou during a time when China was fracturing into warring factions. His father Meng Ji died while the boy was still very…