China: In Legend And Story

By Colin Campbell Brown

Book Overview

""China: In Legend And Story"" by C. Campbell Brown is a comprehensive book that explores the rich history and culture of China through its legends and stories. The book is divided into chapters that cover various aspects of Chinese life, including religion, philosophy, art, and literature. The author delves into the origins of Chinese mythology, exploring the creation myths and the tales of the gods and goddesses that have been passed down through the ages. The book also covers the legends of famous Chinese heroes and heroines, such as Mulan and the Monkey King, as well as the stories of ancient emperors and dynasties.In addition to the myths and legends, the book also provides insights into Chinese culture and traditions, from the importance of family and community to the role of food and drink in daily life. The author also explores the impact of Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism on Chinese society and philosophy.Overall, ""China: In Legend And Story"" is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on Chinese history and culture. It is a must-read for anyone interested in learning more about this ancient and complex civilization.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430471212
• ISBN13: 9781430471219
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 252 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"