Chinese folklore sayings

Author: He Lingjian (Compiler)
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Publishing Date: 2000-01-01
Features: Folk proverbs and ballads, as part of folk cultural phenomena, are not only passed down from generation to generation in the grassroots but also attract the attention of many scholars. China is vast and home to numerous ethnic groups. If the songs and proverbs created by the people of all ethnic groups can be described as "as vast as the sea of knowledge," then the folk proverbs and ballads selected in this book are merely a small part of it. However, this is a highly distinctive and vibrant part. This book has the following features:
First, it is practical. When people arrive in a new place, they often need to "ask about local customs when entering the territory." This is probably unavoidable for a traveler or an actual practitioner.
Second, it is entertaining. The language of the masses is a vivid and expressive language.
Third, it is scientific. Changes in a region's natural environment, traces of historical events, the origins of local specialties, the formation of famous scenic spots, the evolution of customs and traditions, and the origins of various anecdotes and legends—all of these are often reflected in folk proverbs and ballads.