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Chinese Fairy Tales and Folk Tales (9781000582994) gathers a rich tapestry of Chinese storytelling, bridging centuries of oral tradition and written record to illuminate the rhythms, values, and imagination of Chinese culture.
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This collection compiles a diverse array of tales, ranging from magical adventures and supernatural encounters to domestic dramas and folk wisdom, revealing how myths, miracles, and moral lessons intertwine in daily life. Readers are invited into worlds where spirits, immortals, and clever heroes test fate, challenge authority, and reflect enduring human concerns. The stories illuminate social norms, familial duties, and communal rituals while showcasing the artistry of narrative, characterization, and symbolic imagery.
About the author
Wolfram Eberhard, a renowned scholar of Chinese culture and folklore, brings decades of scholarly rigor and accessible storytelling to this edition. His work balances philological precision with engaging prose, translating and interpreting traditional narratives for contemporary readers while situating them within broader social and historical contexts.
In brief
The volume offers a comprehensive portal into Chinese fairy and folk literature, presenting tales that enchant, educate, and endure across generations.
ISBN: 9781000582994
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ISBN: 9781000582994
This book, first published in 1937, collects together traditional Chinese fairy tales, taken down word for word as they were related to the author by one of China's foremost scholars.; PD… More...
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ISBN: 9781000582994
This book, first published in 1937, collects together traditional Chinese fairy tales, taken down word for word as they were related to the author by one of China's foremost scholars.; PD… More...
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ISBN: 9781000582994
This book, first published in 1937, collects together traditional Chinese fairy tales, taken down word for word as they were related to the author by one of China's foremost scholars.; PD… More...
2022, ISBN: 9781000582994
eBooks, eBook Download (PDF), This book, first published in 1937, collects together traditional Chinese fairy tales, taken down word for word as they were related to the author by one of … More...
2022
ISBN: 9781000582994
eBooks, eBook Download (PDF), This book, first published in 1937, collects together traditional Chinese fairy tales, taken down word for word as they were related to the author by one of … More...
ISBN: 9781000582994
This book, first published in 1937, collects together traditional Chinese fairy tales, taken down word for word as they were related to the author by one of China's foremost scholars.; PD… More...
ISBN: 9781000582994
This book, first published in 1937, collects together traditional Chinese fairy tales, taken down word for word as they were related to the author by one of China's foremost scholars.; PD… More...
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About the work
Chinese Fairy Tales and Folk Tales (9781000582994) gathers a rich tapestry of Chinese storytelling, bridging centuries of oral tradition and written record to illuminate the rhythms, values, and imagination of Chinese culture.
Summary
This collection compiles a diverse array of tales, ranging from magical adventures and supernatural encounters to domestic dramas and folk wisdom, revealing how myths, miracles, and moral lessons intertwine in daily life. Readers are invited into worlds where spirits, immortals, and clever heroes test fate, challenge authority, and reflect enduring human concerns. The stories illuminate social norms, familial duties, and communal rituals while showcasing the artistry of narrative, characterization, and symbolic imagery.
About the author
Wolfram Eberhard, a renowned scholar of Chinese culture and folklore, brings decades of scholarly rigor and accessible storytelling to this edition. His work balances philological precision with engaging prose, translating and interpreting traditional narratives for contemporary readers while situating them within broader social and historical contexts.
In brief
The volume offers a comprehensive portal into Chinese fairy and folk literature, presenting tales that enchant, educate, and endure across generations.
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EAN (ISBN-13): 9781000582994
Publishing year: 2022
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
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ISBN/EAN: 9781000582994
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978-1-000-58299-4
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