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Han Feizi

Master of Legalism

Han Feizi was a Chinese philosopher active in the 3rd c. BC during the Warring States period from the state of Han. Took his own life.

Historical Note

Stuttering prince of Han. Synthesized Legalism into its final form in the Han Feizi. Forced to suicide in Qin by his envious old schoolmate Li Si — even as the First Emperor was reading his work in admiration.

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