When the Talented Scholar Meets Mencius

Zhang Dai advocates a personal encounter with the classics, finding flashes of insight rather than relying solely on predecessors' annotations. His work ""Encounter with the Four Books"" combines the discussions of predecessors with the author's ideas. This book offers readers a modern and accessible approach to engaging with the classics. ""Mencius,"" a book that carries forward Confucian thoughts, emphasizes the inherent compassion in every individual's heart. This book also explores the benevolent nature of the heart, righteous actions, and the profound impact of Mencius' teachings on subsequent generations.