Chinese Myths. From Cosmology and Folklore to Gods and Immortals

Amber Books
Chinese Myths. From Cosmology and Folklore to Gods and Immortals
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Chinese mythology has been passed down in written and oral form over many millennia, emerging from a range of cultural traditions that often have their origins in Daoism and Buddhist religion. At times merging history and folklore, Chinese myths are rich in symbolism and teach us about the complexities of an ancient culture that stretches back more than 4000 years.

In this book, learn about Pangu, the creator being, who sprang from an egg after the forces of yin and yang emerged out of a formless chaos; or Hou Yi, the greatest archer of all time who shot down nine of the ten suns; or Fuzanglong, the treasure dragons, who are said to live underground guarding massive hoards of gold and jewels; or the mad monk Ji Gong, a man of great appetites who used his supernatural abilities to seek justice for the poor; and enjoy the adventures of the short-tempered, super-human Monkey King, who after being defeated by the Bodhisattva Guanyin, gains modesty and becomes a disciple of the monk Tank Sanzang. Illustrated with 120 photographs and artworks, Chinese Myths is an accessible, entertaining and highly informative exploration of the fascinating mythology underlying one of the world’s oldest and most influential cultures.


Szczegóły

  • Rok wydania: 2024
  • Format: 19.0 x 25.0 cm
  • Oprawa: Twarda
  • Tytuł: Chinese Myths. From Cosmology and Folklore to Gods and Immortals
    Wydawnictwo: Amber Books
    ISBN: 9781838862626
    Języki: angielski
    Rok wydania: 2024
    Ilość stron: 224
    Format: 19.0 x 25.0 cm
    Oprawa: Twarda
    Waga: 0.875 kg

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