Format:
224 Seiten
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Illustrationen, Karte
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20,3 cm
ISBN:
9780500252383
Content:
"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."--
Note:
A brief history of Chinese mythology -- China's literary traditions -- Origin and creation myth -- The first gods -- Demigods and heroes of the classical era -- Sacred rivers and mountains -- Buddhist influences -- Legends of the Ming Dynasty -- Daoism and popular beliefs -- Temples and festivals in modern China
Language:
English
Subjects:
Comparative Studies. Non-European Languages/Literatures
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Ethnology
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Theology
Keywords:
China
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Mythologie
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