Mazu Culture Research

Author: Luo Chunrong
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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: A specialized work on Mazu culture, elaborating on the historical trajectory of Mazu culture over millennia; interpreting the profound connotations and the roots of its enduring vitality from a mythological perspective; revealing original documentary materials from historical records about Mazu, correcting significant errors in historical accounts and folk traditions regarding Mazu. The Mazu legend is intricately linked to ancient Chinese mythology, sharing a profound lineage. This is the author's motivation for writing this book. The Mazu legend originated in the mid-period of feudal China during the Song and Yuan dynasties and flourished in the later period of feudal China during the Ming and Qing dynasties. During this era, legends and rumors were particularly prevalent, often found in official histories, unofficial histories, local historical records, and folk tales, as well as in anecdotal novels. This is a book dedicated to the study of Mazu culture, providing a detailed introduction in five parts on the origins, development, peak, and influence of Mazu culture on ancient Chinese society, economy, culture, and maritime trade, reflecting the profound connotations and enduring vitality of Mazu culture.