Strange Stories From A Chinese Studio (1916) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165550685)

Strange Stories From A Chinese Studio is a collection of supernatural tales written by Pu Songling, a Chinese writer from the Qing dynasty. The book is comprised of over 400 stories that are filled with ghosts, demons, and other supernatural beings. The stories are set in the rural areas of China and are filled with moral lessons that reflect the Confucian values of the time. The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores different themes such as love, revenge, and justice. Some of the stories are comedic, while others are more serious and thought-provoking. The characters in the stories range from ordinary people to powerful gods and demons.The book was first published in 1740, but it wasn't until the 20th century that it became widely known outside of China. The book has been translated into many languages and has influenced many writers, including Jorge Luis Borges and Italo Calvino. Overall, Strange Stories From A Chinese Studio is a fascinating collection of tales that provide a unique glimpse into Chinese culture and folklore. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in supernatural stories and Chinese literature.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: Songling Pu
ISBN-10: 1165550687
ISBN-13: 9781165550685
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 512
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.49lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.03d