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Hu Shih

1891–1962

Hu Shih (1891–1962) was a leading Chinese philosopher, essayist, and diplomat, known for his advocacy of pragmatism, liberalism, and vernacular Chinese literature. A student of John Dewey, he championed scientific method and critical thinking, becoming a central figure in the New Culture Movement. His work profoundly influenced modern Chinese intellectual life, emphasizing evidence-based reasoning and gradual reform.

Philosophy

The Development of the Logical Method in Ancient China
The Chinese Renaissance
Outlines of the History of Chinese Philosophy
Essays on the History of Chinese Thought
The Philosophy of Hu Shih (collected essays)
My Credo and Its Evolution
The Modernization of China and Japan
The Chinese Tradition and the Future

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