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Confucius

by Demi · 2018

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The life story of Confucius, ancient Chinese teacher, politician, and philosopher known for his popular aphorisms (concise statements of wisdom), his emphasis on education and study, and his models of government and social interaction.

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biographybiographyMore like thisLess of thishistoryhistoryMore like thisLess of this
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teachersteachersMore like thisLess of this
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ChinaChinaMore like thisLess of this
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childrens

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