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This volume presents the Analects of Confucius along with critical notes, prolegomena, and indexes provided by translator James Legge. The text records the teachings and dialogues of Confucius and his disciples regarding virtue, filial piety, social conduct, and governance.

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This edition is based on a public-domain English translation by James Legge.

The base text is believed to be in the public domain in the United States (95 years from publication, or life of the author plus 70 years). Public-domain status may vary by jurisdiction and depends on the author's death year and local copyright term rules.

Modern additions, formatting, cover design, notes, and metadata may have separate rights where stated.

Published by Nydus Foundation.

Released 2026-07-13.

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