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Handbook of Chinese Mythology

Author : Lihui Yang,Deming An
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : History
ISBN : 9780195332636

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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 Mythology

Author : Anne Birrell
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1999-04-26
Category : History
ISBN : 0801861837

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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. Organizing the narratives according to themes and motifs common to world mythology, Birrell addresses issues of source, dating, attribution, textural variants, multiforms, and context. Drawing on exhaustive work in comparative mythology, she surveys the development of Chinese myth studies, summarizes the contribution of Chinese and Japanese scholars to the study of Chinese myth since the 1920s, and examines special aspects of traditional approaches to Chinese myth. The result is an unprecedented guide to the study of Chinese myth for specialists and nonspecialists alike.

Chinese Myths & Tales

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2018-12-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781787552647

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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.

The Myth of Chinese Capitalism

Author : Dexter Roberts
Publisher : Macmillan + ORM
Page : 183 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2020-03-10
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781250089380

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The untold story of how restrictive policies are preventing China from becoming the world’s largest economy Dexter Roberts lived in Beijing for two decades working as a reporter on economics, business and politics for Bloomberg Businessweek. In The Myth of Chinese Capitalism, Roberts explores the reality behind today’s financially-ascendant China and pulls the curtain back on how the Chinese manufacturing machine is actually powered. He focuses on two places: the village of Binghuacun in the province of Guizhou, one of China’s poorest regions that sends the highest proportion of its youth away to become migrants; and Dongguan, China’s most infamous factory town located in Guangdong, home to both the largest number of migrant workers and the country’s biggest manufacturing base. Within these two towns and the people that move between them, Roberts focuses on the story of the Mo family, former farmers-turned-migrant-workers who are struggling to make a living in a fast-changing country that relegates one-half of its people to second-class status via household registration, land tenure policies and inequality in education and health care systems. In The Myth of Chinese Capitalism, Dexter Roberts brings to life the problems that China and its people face today as they attempt to overcome a divisive system that poses a serious challenge to the country’s future development. In so doing, Roberts paints a boot-on-the-ground cautionary picture of China for a world now held in its financial thrall. Dexter Roberts is an award-winning journalist and a regular commentator on the U.S.-China trade and political relationship. His prior speaking engagements include traditional news media outlets (NPR, Fox News, CNN International) as well as universities and institutes (George Washington University, Council on Foreign Relations, and the Overseas Press Club). He is available for virtual classroom visits to courses that adopt The Myth of Chinese Capitalism. Please contact [email protected] for more information.

Land of the Dragon

Author : Tony Allan
Publisher : Time Life Medical
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:49015002606250

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China is among the world's oldest civilizations and home to many of the earliest achievements in the history of humankind. The origins of China's imperial rulers lie in a time when the worlds of men and gods were closer than they are now. Chinese mythology relates these origins and those of China, together with the many gifts given to its people by the gods.

The Chinese Myths

Author : Tao Tao Liu
Publisher : Thames & Hudson
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2022-11-03
Category : History
ISBN : 9780500777671

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This is a concise and entertaining guide to the complex tradition of Chinese mythology. While many around the world are familiar with some aspects of Chinese myth through Chinese New Year festivities or the classic adventures of the Monkey King in Journey to the West few outside of China understand the richness of Chinese mythology, influenced by Daoism, Buddhism and Confucianism. Offering much more than any competing overview of Chinese mythology, The Chinese Myths not only retells the ancient stories but also considers their place within the patterns of Chinese religions, culture and history. Tao Tao Liu introduces us to an intriguing cast of gods, goddesses, dragons and monks, including: the ancient hero, Yi the Archer, who shot suns out of the sky to save humanity from a drought; Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy and Compassion, to whom there are temples dedicated all over East Asia; and Madame White Snake, a water snake spirit in the guise of a mysterious widow, her story adapted into countless films and operas. This book is for anyone interested in China, as knowing its myths allows readers to understand and appreciate its culture in a new light.

Chinese Myth: A Treasury of Legends, Art, and History

Author : Philip Wilkinson
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2016-04-15
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317474760

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Chinese Myth: A Treasury of Legends, Art, and History by Philip Wilkinson Pdf

In 1978, faced with the pressure to modernize and a declining budget, the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) reluctantly agreed to join China's economic reform drive, expanding its internal economy to market-oriented civilian production. This work examines PLA's role in the economy up to 1998.

Chinese Myths

Author : J.K. Jackson
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2018-12-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781787556270

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River Gods, snake spirits, mountain and Immortals, Chinese mythology is alive with ancient passions. 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 battling for survival and supremacy. This brilliant new book introduces the key themes and characters of Chinese legend before plunging into the fascinating stories themselves. FLAME TREE 451: From mystery to crime, supernatural to horror and myth, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies. Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of the fantastic.

Chinese Mythology

Author : Jim Ollhoff
Publisher : ABDO
Page : 38 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2011-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1617147184

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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.

ART MYTH AND RITUAL P

Author : Kwang-chih CHANG,Kwang-chih Chang
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 157 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2009-06-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780674029408

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ART MYTH AND RITUAL P by Kwang-chih CHANG,Kwang-chih Chang Pdf

A leading scholar in the United States on Chinese archaeology challenges long-standing conceptions of the rise of political authority in ancient China. Questioning Marx's concept of an "Asiatic" mode of production, Wittfogel's "hydraulic hypothesis," and cultural-materialist theories on the importance of technology, K. C. Chang builds an impressive counterargument, one which ranges widely from recent archaeological discoveries to studies of mythology, ancient Chinese poetry, and the iconography of Shang food vessels.

Myths and Legends of China

Author : E. T. C. Werner
Publisher : The Floating Press
Page : 566 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2009-01-01
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9781775414407

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Myths and Legends of China by E. T. C. Werner Pdf

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.

Chinese Myths and Legends

Author : Shelley Fu
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2018-06-05
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781462919956

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Chinese Myths and Legends by Shelley Fu Pdf

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.

The Jade Emperor

Author : Anita Yasuda
Publisher : ABDO Publishing Company
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2014-01-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781629682570

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The Jade Emperor by Anita Yasuda Pdf

The Chinese people often told stories that taught the listener about their culture. In this zodiac myth, the emperor names the years of the zodiac after the animals who win a race. The Chinese zodiac myth is retold in this brilliantly illustrated Chinese Myth. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Short Tales is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

Gods & Goddesses of Ancient China

Author : Trenton Campbell
Publisher : Encyclopaedia Britannica
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2014-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781622753949

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Gods & Goddesses of Ancient China by Trenton Campbell Pdf

This authoritative volume examines the two main faiths, Confucianism and Daoism, that developed before China had meaningful contact with the rest of the world. Aspects of Buddhism later joined features of these faiths to form elements of Chinese ideology and, with the beliefs in immortals and the worship of ancestors, they led to a popular religion. The narrative describes the gods and goddesses that dominated China's mythology and folk culture, roughly from the 3rd millennium to 221 BCE, including the Baxian (Eight Immortals), Chang'e (moon goddess), Guandi (god of war), the Men Shen (door spirits), and Pan Gu (first man).

Chinese Myths

Author : Rob Shone
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 49 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2006-01-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781404207998

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In graphic novel format, presents three stories based upon ancient Chinese religious mythology.