Chronicles of Chinese Folk Customs: Folk Literature Chronicle (Volume 1 and 2): Folk Literature Chronicle

Author: Lin Jifu
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Publish Date: 2005-12-01
Features: Folk literature is a language art collectively created and passed down orally by a nation. It not only fulfills specific folk functions in various folk practices but also, through myths, legends, epics, songs, stories, folk plays, proverbs, and other literary texts that have been carefully crafted over generations and transmitted orally through folk life, showcases collective folk consciousness and becomes "the faithful, straightforward, and spontaneous expression of the people's soul." This book is part of the "Comprehensive Folklore of China" series, with Qiqiao serving as the chief editor. It was meticulously compiled over several years by scholars of all generations in the field of Chinese folklore, featuring reliable and authentic materials, concise and fluent writing, clear and straightforward narration, a well-structured layout, and rich illustrations.