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The Absence of Chinese Philosophy in the U.S.

September 12, 2015

In the United States, there are about 100 doctorate-granting programs in philosophy. By my count, only seven have a permanent member of the philosophy…

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Tag: Eastern Philosophy

The Absence of Chinese Philosophy in the U.S.