{"product_id":"chinese-mythology-jade-zhang-9798263473358","title":"Chinese Mythology: An Easy Journey into Legends and Folklore from the Monkey King and Jade Emperor to Dragons, Temples, and Chinese Culture Today","description":"\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the Myths That Shaped a Civilization - and Still Echo Across China Today\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChinese Mythology: Epic Legends and Timeless Tales\u003c\/b\u003e is more than a collection of myths - it's a journey into the heart of China's culture and landscape. With nearly \u003cb\u003e40 vivid illustrations\u003c\/b\u003e, this book weaves together the stories of gods, heroes, and mythical beasts with the mountains, rivers, temples, and traditions they inspired.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the cosmic creation of the world to the mischievous adventures of the Monkey King, from dragons that guard rivers to phoenixes that crown emperors, these stories reveal how mythology still breathes life into Chinese festivals, landmarks, and daily rituals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for travelers, readers of mythology, or anyone curious about Chinese culture, this book offers a sweeping yet accessible view of the legends that shaped the Middle Kingdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhy This Book Stands Apart\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eNearly \u003cb\u003e40 full-color illustrations\u003c\/b\u003e that bring myths and landscapes to life\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEpic yet accessible storytelling\u003c\/b\u003e - vivid and engaging, never academic\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplains how \u003cb\u003emyths shaped temples, festivals, and Chinese culture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \u003cb\u003ecultural companion for travel\u003c\/b\u003e - understand the legends behind mountains, rivers, and landmarks\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eA sweeping view of \u003cb\u003egods, heroes, and mythical beasts\u003c\/b\u003e that still echo in modern China\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eInside, You'll Discover: \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003ecreation of the world\u003c\/b\u003e by Pangu and the rebirth by Nuwa\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rise of the \u003cb\u003eJade Emperor\u003c\/b\u003e and the order of heaven\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fiery rebellion of \u003cb\u003ethe Monkey King\u003c\/b\u003e and his journey west\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe enduring power of \u003cb\u003edragons, phoenixes, and guardians of nature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow mythology lives on in \u003cb\u003eChinese festivals, temples, and cultural symbols\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRead this book before your journey to China - and you'll see temples, mountains, and festivals with new eyes.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA timeless introduction to the myths that still shape one of the world's oldest civilizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jade Zhang\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798263473358\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/02\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 200\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.60lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.42d","brand":"Jade Zhang","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48089420955903,"sku":"9798263473358","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_6362212a-9823-4676-839c-44efde0692d6.jpg?v=1769110141","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/chinese-mythology-jade-zhang-9798263473358","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}