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Gleanings From Chinese Folklore

Gleanings From Chinese Folklore

Russell, Nellie Naomi
Porter, Mary H.

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Mythology & FolkloreFiction AnthologiesFolk & Outsider Art

ISBN10: 1163230596
ISBN13: 9781163230596
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 172
Weight: 0.52
Height: 0.37 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Gleanings From Chinese Folklore is a book by Nellie Naomi Russell that explores the fascinating world of Chinese folklore. The book is a collection of stories, legends, and myths that have been passed down through generations of Chinese people. These tales are rich in symbolism, cultural significance, and historical context, and provide a unique insight into the beliefs and values of Chinese society.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Chinese folklore. The first section explores the origins of Chinese mythology and the role of gods and goddesses in Chinese culture. The second section focuses on the importance of animals in Chinese folklore, including the legendary dragon and the mythical phoenix. The third section delves into the world of ghosts and spirits, which are an integral part of Chinese folklore and belief.Throughout the book, Russell provides detailed explanations of the stories and their significance, as well as historical and cultural context. She also includes illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the characters and settings of the stories.Overall, Gleanings From Chinese Folklore is an informative and engaging book that provides readers with a deeper understanding of Chinese culture and mythology. It is a must-read for anyone interested in folklore, mythology, or Chinese history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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