Guanzi

Chinese philosopher (c. 720–645 BCE), known for legalism.

Key Contributions:

• Developed early legalist thought.
• Contributed to Chinese statecraft.
• Influenced economic philosophy.

Related Concepts & Works:

• Guanzi (core text)
• Han Fei (later legalist)
• Legalism (tradition)
• Politics (state governance)

Record

Lived: c. 720 BCE–645 BCE

Tradition: Chinese