Chinese Myths & Tales
Title | Chinese Myths & Tales PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages | 548 |
Release | 2018-12-15 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN | 1787552640 |
Curated new Myths and Tales. Great floods and river Gods, snake spirits, and Immortals, China's unique set of mythological tales are derived from its vast expanse, diverse culture and the endless wars between tribes and dynasties. The result is a rich landscape of humanity, gods and spirits introduced here in this comprehensive book of folk tales and legendary exploits. The latest title in Flame Tree's beautiful, comprehensive series of Gothic Fantasy titles, concentrates on the ancient, epic origins of modern fantasy.
Chinese Myths and Folk Tales
Title | Chinese Myths and Folk Tales PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 704 |
Release | 2020-02 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9781435169852 |
Chinese culture is rich with marvelous folklore, and this exquisitely designed collection draws on that magnificent historical repository. It features more than 200 fables and tales chosen from Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio and other classic compendiums. Here are legends of ancient demons, strange ghosts, magic swords, evil sorcerers, diabolical transformations, flying ogres, fairy foxes, powerful gods, and more. They include: The Painted Wall, The Flower Nymphs, The Boatmen of Lao-lung, The King of the Nine Mountains, The Disowned Princess, and dozens more.
Handbook of Chinese Mythology
Title | Handbook of Chinese Mythology PDF eBook |
Author | Lihui Yang |
Publisher | Oxford University Press, USA |
Total Pages | 309 |
Release | 2008 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 0195332636 |
Compiled from ancient and scattered texts and based on groundbreaking new research, Handbook of Chinese Mythology is the most comprehensive English-language work on the subject ever written from an exclusively Chinese perspective. This work focuses on the Han Chinese people but ranges across the full spectrum of ancient and modern China, showing how key myths endured and evolved over time. A quick reference section covers all major deities, spirits, and demigods, as well as important places, mythical animals and plants, and related items.
Chinese Myths and Legends
Title | Chinese Myths and Legends PDF eBook |
Author | Shelley Fu |
Publisher | Tuttle Publishing |
Total Pages | 238 |
Release | 2018-06-05 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 1462919952 |
This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Chinese fairy tales and other folk stories--providing insight into a vibrant literary culture. Chinese Myths and Legends is a delightful collection of seven classic Chinese stories that make for great reading adventures. From the stories of Pan Gu and Nu Wo, creators of the world, to Bai Su-Tzin, a snake who took on human form and found true love, this mesmerizing book includes myths of creation, mortality, and love. More than just a Chinese children's storybook, Chinese Myths and Legends also explores the origins of each tale, as well as its impact on Chinese culture and history, inviting you and the children you love to enjoy the many layers of meaning. The included pronunciation guide, as well as information for further reading, makes this a perfect tool for educators, librarians, and parents.
Myths & Legends of China
Title | Myths & Legends of China PDF eBook |
Author | Edward Theodore Chalmers Werner |
Publisher | London, Harrap |
Total Pages | 562 |
Release | 1922 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
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Offering a provocative glimpse into a world dominated by traditional rules of etiquette and inhabited by demons, dragon-gods, and spirits, this volume presents a wealth of information illuminating the ideas and beliefs that governed the daily lives of Chinese people long before the revolutions of the 20th century. Engrossing and informative, the book will appeal not only to lovers of folklore but to everyone interested in Chinese art, culture or philosophy. 32 b&w illustrations.
Chinese Myths and Legends
Title | Chinese Myths and Legends PDF eBook |
Author | Lianshan Chen |
Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | 153 |
Release | 2011-08-25 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 052118679X |
An illustrated introduction to the stories of deities, heroes and the origins of the universe that underpin traditional Chinese culture.
Chinese Myths
Title | Chinese Myths PDF eBook |
Author | Rob Shone |
Publisher | The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc |
Total Pages | 54 |
Release | 2006-01-15 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 9781404207998 |
In graphic novel format, presents three stories based upon ancient Chinese religious mythology.