Oriental Mythology

Author : Joseph Campbell
Publisher : Joseph Campbell Foundation
Page : 443 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2018-08-08
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781611780024

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Oriental Mythology by Joseph Campbell Pdf

Explore the power of myth as it flowered in Asia In this second volume of The Masks of God — Joseph Campbell's major work of comparative mythology — the pre-emimenent mythologist looks at Asian mythology as it developed over the course of five thousand years into the distinctive religions of Egypt, Mesopotamia, India, China, and Japan. The Masks of God is a four-volume study of world religion and myth that stands as one of Joseph Campbell's masterworks. On completing it, he wrote: Its main result for me has been the confirmation of a thought I have long and faithfully entertained: of the unity of the race of man, not only in its biology, but also in its spiritual history, which has everywhere unfolded in the manner of a single symphony, with its themes announced, developed, amplified and turned about, distorted, reasserted, and today, in a grand fortissimo of all sections sounding together, irrestibly advancing to some kind of mighty climax, out of which the next great movement will emerge. This new digital edition, part of the Collected Works of Joseph Campbell series, includes over forty new illustrations. (Comparative Mythology: Ancient Egypt, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism)

Author : Anne Birrell
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1999-04-26
Category : History
ISBN : 0801861837

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Chinese Mythology by Anne Birrell Pdf

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.

Author : Clio Whittaker
Publisher : Booksales
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2002-09
Category : Mythology, Asian
ISBN : 0785816089

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An Introduction to Oriental Mythology by Clio Whittaker Pdf

Author : Lihui Yang,Deming An
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : History
ISBN : 9780195332636

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Handbook of Chinese Mythology by Lihui Yang,Deming An Pdf

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.

Author : Tammy Gagne
Publisher : ABDO
Page : 51 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2018-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781532170706

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Japanese Gods, Heroes, and Mythology by Tammy Gagne Pdf

The hero Momotaro, the sun goddess Amaterasu, and the Buddha are important subjects of Japanese mythology. Japanese Gods, Heroes, and Mythology explores the gods, heroes, creatures, and stories of Japanese mythology, in addition to examining their influence today. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Author : David Leeming
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2001-05-24
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780199761494

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A Dictionary of Asian Mythology by David Leeming Pdf

Meet the supreme Gautama Buddha, the elephant-headed Hindu god Ganesa, and Chang O--the Lunar Toad who is Chinese goddess of the Moon. Journey to the sacred Cambodian ruins of Angkor and golden Mount Meru, home of the Hindu gods. Discover myths like the Stone and the Banana of Indonesian origin and the Indian Churning of the Ocean of Milk, and explore archetypal themes such as the hero quest, sacrifice, and descent to the underworld. Myth expert David Leeming plumbs the exotic depths of Eastern spirituality to present a vivid portrait of the many mythologies of the Asian continent. In handy A to Z format, here are the stories of the revered deities, sacred places, key events and epics, and recurring themes and traditions that make up the rich and varied fabric of Asian mythology. Entries address the key mythologies of the regions we now call India, China, Tibet, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, and Japan. Throughout, an extensive network of cross-references highlights the diversity, interrelatedness, and complex beauty of Asia--allowing readers to pursue a particular trail of inquiry or read straight through the compelling entries. Broad overviews of specific cultures and their mythic traditions round out the coverage.

Author : Clio Whittaker
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : History
ISBN : IND:30000060963208

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An Introduction to Oriental Mythology by Clio Whittaker Pdf

Includes the mythology of China, Japan, and India.

Author : Tao Tao Liu Sanders
Publisher : Hachette Children's Books Australia
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : Legends, Chinese
ISBN : 0340266503

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Dragons, Gods & Spirits from Chinese Mythology by Tao Tao Liu Sanders Pdf

Author : Tom Daning
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 25 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2006-08-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781435841543

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Chinese Mythology by Tom Daning Pdf

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.

Author : Rob Shone
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2006-01-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1404207996

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Chinese Myths by Rob Shone Pdf

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

Author : Irene Dea Collier
Publisher : Enslow Publishers, Inc.
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2012-09
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781464503672

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Chinese Mythology Rocks! by Irene Dea Collier Pdf

"Read how Panku created the world and Nuwa created people, the grand archer Yi, and seven other important Chinese myths"--Provided by publisher

Author : Anthony Christie
Publisher : Reed Mitchel Beazley
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Mythology, Chinese
ISBN : 1851529268

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Chinese Mythology by Anthony Christie Pdf

Discusses the myths and gods of ancient China and their sources.

Author : Lianshan Chen
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2011-08-25
Category : History
ISBN : 9780521186797

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Chinese Myths and Legends by Lianshan Chen Pdf

An illustrated introduction to the stories of deities, heroes and the origins of the universe that underpin traditional Chinese culture.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2018-12-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781787552647

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Chinese Myths & Tales by Anonim Pdf

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.

Author : Te Lin
Publisher : Teach Yourself
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2012-06-29
Category : History
ISBN : 9781444163513

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Understand Chinese Mythology: Teach Yourself by Te Lin Pdf

While dragons and Chinese astrology are well embedded in popular culture, many other fascinating Chinese myths remain little-known. In this fascinating and readable new edition, author Te Lin explores the world of Chinese mythology, both telling us the timeless stories, and providing an explanation of what they may mean. A must-read for anyone interested in either Chinese culture, or mythology generally.