China: In Legend And Story (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548172797)

China: In Legend and Story is a comprehensive book that explores the rich history and culture of China through its legends and stories. Written by C. Campbell Brown, the book covers a wide range of topics including the creation myths, the legendary emperors, the famous dynasties, the myths and legends of Taoism and Buddhism, and the folklore of the Chinese people. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific topic. The first chapter provides an overview of Chinese mythology, while the second chapter delves into the creation myths. The following chapters cover the legendary emperors, the famous dynasties, and the myths and legends of Taoism and Buddhism. The book also includes chapters on the folklore of the Chinese people, including ghost stories, fairy tales, and legends of heroes and villains.China: In Legend and Story is a fascinating read that provides a unique perspective on Chinese history and culture. The author has done extensive research to provide accurate and detailed information, and the book is filled with beautiful illustrations and photographs that bring the stories to life. Whether you are a history buff, a mythology enthusiast, or simply interested in learning more about Chinese culture, this book is a must-read.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.

Author: C. Campbell Brown
ISBN-10: 054817279X
ISBN-13: 9780548172797
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2007
Pages: 252
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.19lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d