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Myths And Legends Of China

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Author : E.T.C. Werner
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2014-05-22

Myths And Legends Of China written by E.T.C. Werner and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-05-22 with History categories.

In this fascinating and comprehensive collection of Chinese myths and legends, E. T. C. Werner drew upon material readily available to him as a member of the Chinese government's' Historiographical Bureau in Peking. A former barrister and British consul in Foochow, Werner presents a wealth of information illuminating the ideas and beliefs that governed the daily lives of the Chinese people long before the revolutions of the 20th century. Offering a provocative glimpse into a world dominated by traditional rules of etiquette and inhabited by demons, dragon-gods, and spirits, the volume opens with an introductory chapter on the origins of the Chinese people. In succeeding chapters, Mr. Werner's readable, well-illustrated text considers the gods of China and myths of stars, thunder, lightning, wind and rain; of water and fire; of epidemics, medicine, and exorcism; as well as tales about the goddess of mercy, the guardian of the gate of heaven, accounts of how the Monkey became a god, and much more.

Myths Legends Of China

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Author : Edward T. C. Werner
language : en
Publisher: CreateSpace
Release Date : 1915-04-01

Myths Legends Of China written by Edward T. C. Werner and has been published by CreateSpace this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1915-04-01 with History categories.

As a member of the Chinese government's Historiographical Bureau in Peking, as well as a former barrister and British consul in Foochow, E.T.C. Werner published "Myths and Legends of China" in 1922 to elucidate the ideas and beliefs that governed the daily lives of the Chinese people prior to the 20th century. These provocative and fantastical tales of Chinese history, myth and legend draw from many ancient texts and offer a glimpse into a world dominated by tradition and superstition. These stories include the myths of stars, thunder, lightening, water and fire, and various gods, Dynasties and Emperors. It also explains the significance the Buddhism and Taoism, Confucius, yin and yang, dragons, New Year, Spirit Festivals, The Tao Te Ching and much more. Complete with an introductory chapter on the sociology of the Chinese, this fascinating and informative book will appeal to any reader who wishes to receive a true, undistorted image of Chinese mythology.

Myths And Legends Of China

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Author : E. T. C. Werner
language : en
Publisher: The Floating Press
Release Date : 2009-01-01

Myths And Legends Of China written by E. T. C. Werner and has been published by The Floating Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-01-01 with Literary Collections categories.

The West's first encounters with the folk tales and myths of the East proved to be a heady experience, as they were based on an entirely different value system and worldview than those that are reflected in the Greek myths and most subsequent Western folk tales. In Myths and Legends of China, author E.T.C. Werner offers up a rich tapestry of Chinese folk narratives. A must-read for fans of world myths, fairy tales, and legends.

Myths And Legends Of China

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Author : Edward Theodore Chalmers Werner
language : en
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Release Date : 1994-01-01

Myths And Legends Of China written by Edward Theodore Chalmers Werner and has been published by Courier Corporation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994-01-01 with Social Science categories.

Myths Legends Of China

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Author : Edward Theodore Chalmers Werner
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1977

Myths Legends Of China written by Edward Theodore Chalmers Werner and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1977 with Legends categories.

Summary Engineering Foundation Conference On Welding R D Problems And Opportunities

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language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1976

Summary Engineering Foundation Conference On Welding R D Problems And Opportunities written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1976 with Electric welding categories.

Chinese Myths And Legends

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Author : Shelley Fu
language : en
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Release Date : 2018-06-05

Chinese Myths And Legends written by Shelley Fu and has been published by Tuttle Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-06-05 with Juvenile Fiction categories.

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 And Legends Of China

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Author : T. C. Werner
language : en
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Release Date : 2016-05-16

Myths And Legends Of China written by T. C. Werner and has been published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-05-16 with categories.

My aim, after summarizing the sociology of the Chinese as a prerequisite to the understanding of their ideas and sentiments, and dealing as fully as possible, consistently with limitations of space (limitations which have necessitated the presentation of a very large and intricate topic in a highly compressed form), with the philosophy of the subject, has been to set forth in English dress those myths which may be regarded as the accredited representatives of Chinese mythology--those which live in the minds of the people and are referred to most frequently in their literature, not those which are merely diverting without being typical or instructive--in short, a true, not a distorted image.Notice: This Book is published by Historical Books Limited (www.publicdomain.org.uk) as a Public Domain Book, if you have any inquiries, requests or need any help you can just send an email to publications@publicdomain.org.uk This book is found as a public domain and free book based on various online catalogs, if you think there are any problems regard copyright issues please contact us immediately via DMCA@publicdomain.org.uk

Myths And Legends Of China Annotated

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Author : E. T. C. Werner
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2017-12-18

Myths And Legends Of China Annotated written by E. T. C. Werner and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-12-18 with categories.

This is an annotated version of the book1. contains an updated biography of the author at the end of the book for a better understanding of the text.2. This book has been checked and corrected for spelling errorsThe chief literary sources of Chinese myths are the _Li tai shên hsient'ung chien_, in thirty-two volumes, the _Shên hsien lieh chuan_,in eight volumes, the _Fêng shên yen i_, in eight volumes, and the_Sou shên chi_, in ten volumes. In writing the following pages Ihave translated or paraphrased largely from these works. I have alsoconsulted and at times quoted from the excellent volumes on ChineseSuperstitions by Père Henri Doré, comprised in the valuable series_Variétés Sinologiques_, published by the Catholic Mission Pressat Shanghai. The native works contained in the Ssu K'u Ch'üan Shu,one of the few public libraries in Peking, have proved useful forpurposes of reference. My heartiest thanks are due to my good friendMr Mu Hsüeh-hsün, a scholar of wide learning and generous disposition,for having kindly allowed me to use his very large and useful libraryof Chinese books. The late Dr G.E. Morrison also, until he sold itto a Japanese baron, was good enough to let me consult his extensivecollection of foreign works relating to China whenever I wished, butowing to the fact that so very little work has been done in Chinesemythology by Western writers I found it better in dealing with thissubject to go direct to the original Chinese texts. I am indebted toProfessor H.A. Giles, and to his publishers, Messrs Kelly and Walsh,Shanghai, for permission to reprint from _Strange Stories from aChinese Studio_ the fox legends given in Chapter XV.This is, so far as I know, the only monograph on Chinese mythologyin any non-Chinese language. Nor do the native works include anyscientific analysis or philosophical treatment of their myths.My aim, after summarizing the sociology of the Chinese as aprerequisite to the understanding of their ideas and sentiments,and dealing as fully as possible, consistently with limitations ofspace (limitations which have necessitated the presentation of avery large and intricate topic in a highly compressed form), withthe philosophy of the subject, has been to set forth in English dressthose myths which may be regarded as the accredited representativesof Chinese mythology--those which live in the minds of the people andare referred to most frequently in their literature, not those whichare merely diverting without being typical or instructive--in short,a true, not a distorted image.

Illustrated Myths Legends Of China

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Author : Huang Dehai
language : en
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Release Date : 2020-01-14

Illustrated Myths Legends Of China written by Huang Dehai and has been published by Tuttle Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-01-14 with Social Science categories.

Illustrated Myths & Legends of China is a profusely illustrated collection of 32 carefully chosen tales of Chinese myth and legend. With more than 100 illustrations drawn over two thousand years of all aspects of Chinese art—including painting, pottery and porcelain, jade, bronzes and tomb decoration—Illustrated Myths & Legends of China is a vividly written collection of tales of the universe's emergence from chaos, the creation of the world in which the first Chinese people appeared and a depiction of how the many strands of myth and legend have influenced Chinese culture. An impressive array of heroic figures and rich storytelling are at the center of these tales including: Pangu opening heaven to save the earth from chaos. Nuwa creating man and repairing the vault of heaven. Fuxi fixing the calendar by observing the heavens. Shennong creating agriculture. Cangjie inventing writing thus creating the basis for Chinese culture. Fragments of these myths and legends are found in Chinese paintings, wood artifacts, relief carvings, and lacquer art which are illustrated in this book along with informative text. Anyone interested in Chinese culture, mythology, history or art will find this collection a must-have volume for their bookshelf.

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