Chinese Myths - Couverture souple

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 178361403X ISBN 13 : 9781783614035

Editeur : Flame Tree 451, 2017

Synopsis

River Gods, snake spirits, mountain and Immortals, Chinese mythology is alive with ancient passions. China's unique set of mythological tales are derived from its vast expanse, diverse culture and the endless wars between tribes and dynasties. The result is a rich landscape of humanity, gods and spirits battling for survival and supremacy. This brilliant new book introduces the key themes and characters of Chinese legend before plunging into the fascinating stories themselves.

FLAME TREE 451: From mystery to crime, supernatural to horror and myth, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies. Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of the fantastic.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Jake Jackson has written, edited and contributed to over 20 books on mythology and folklore. Related works include studies of Babylonian creation myths, the philosophy of time and William Blake's use of mythology in his visionary literature.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Flame Tree 451
• Date d'édition: 2017
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 178361403X
• ISBN 13: 9781783614035
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 256
• Éditeur: Jackson J.K.
• Coordonnées du fabricant: BrownTrout; https://www.browntrout.com/calendars/index/index/year/2020/; ; Industrieweg 12; VOORSCHOTEN; PAYS BAS; 2254 AE ; Pays-Bas