Myths and Legends of China

Synopsis

Myths and Legends of China is an in depth exploration of Chinese mythological characters and legends, written by the British consul E. T. C. Werner, whose notable writings include A Dictionary Of Chinese Mythology , Chinese Weapons , Success and How He Won It , and No Surrender . The author starts the book with introduction of the origin of Chinese people, a world which is dominated by rules of etiquette, dragon-gods and spirits.  

The readers are further moved on to Chinese gods, myths of stars, lightning, thunder and rain.  Many mythological characters such as Odin, Frigga, Thor, Tyr, Bragi, Idun, etc. are explored in greater detail.  As a whole, this book will be interesting read for not only the folklore lovers, but anyone who wanted to learn Chinese culture, philosophy and art.

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