Mythology and legends

Author: Wu Hong
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Publish Date: 2002-09-01
Features: Myths and legends are widely circulated in the folk culture and are treasures in the cultural treasury of Chinese nation. Literary creations of all periods have been influenced by myths and legends, such as poetry, songs, couplets, drama, and Ming and Qing Dynasty novels, where the shadows of myths and legends are often seen. Some myths and legends express reverence for heroes, such as Pan Gu opening the heavens and earth, Yu the Great controlling floods, and Yi shooting down nine suns. This book compiles more than forty widely circulated myths and legends, accompanied by exquisite illustrations, which will be loved by anyone who reads them.