Fang Thomé H. (1899–1976), Chinese philosopher of culture. Educated at the University of Nanking and the University of Wisconsin, he had an early interest in Dewey’s pragmatism, but returned to the ideals of Chinese philosophy during World War II. He had a grand philosophical scheme, always discussing issues from a comparative viewpoint through perspectives of ancient Greek, modern European, Chinese, and Indian thought. He exerted a profound influence on younger philosophers in Taiwan after 1949. See also CHINESE PHILOSOPHY. S.-h.L.