In Chinese Mythology, Anne Birrell provides English translations of some 300 representative myth narratives selected from over 100 classical texts, many of which have never before been translated into any Western language.
The origins of the four great rivers of China are reveled in this classic myth. Against the landscapes of China, follow four dragons as they struggle against the Jade Emperor to bring water to the people of China.
This book introduces Chinese mythology, describing the four dragons' sacrifice which formed the four great rivers of China.
In this book, you will discover: A Story about Origin of Earth and Humans A Captivating Tale about the Poor Boy Ma Liang and the Paintbrush Stories about Natural Disasters Li Tieguai - A Taoist Myth Sun Wukong - The Monkey King The ...
These conveniently include but are not limited to: The story of the monkey, how he became a god and fooled everyone.Legends of the fox, and everything that goes with it.Legends about generous, bad, and good girls in Chinese mythology.Battle ...
Readers are introduced to the elaborate mythology of ancient China. This book provides detailed discussion of the mythology's importance to its own culture and the impact it had on subsequent cultures.
Provides a brief history of Chinese history and religion, describes the gods and goddesses of Chinese mythology, and presents several myths.
Collects stories from ancient Chinese mythology, including the creation of the world, the story of the Yellow Emperor, and the importance of dragons who would intervene to help the Chinese people.
As you begin to read or listen to this book, you will become familiar with all the gods and goddesses of Chinese culture.
The origins of the four great rivers of China are reveled in this classic myth. Against the landscapes of China, follow four dragons as they struggle against the Jade Emperor to bring water to the people of China.
Discusses the myths and gods of ancient China and their sources.