Chinese Mythology Explained: A Complete Beginner's Guide to the Jade Emperor, the Monkey King, and the Myths of Ancient China - Couverture souple
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Unlock the Gods, Heroes, and Legends of Ancient China
Chinese mythology appears everywhere, in books, films, art, and festivals, yet for many readers the stories, names, and symbols remain just out of reach. Who exactly is the Jade Emperor? What did the Monkey King actually do? Why do dragons mean something so different in China than in the West?
Characters like the Jade Emperor, Sun Wukong the Monkey King, Nuwa, Guanyin, and the Eight Immortals have shaped Chinese culture for thousands of years. Now you can finally understand them.
Written for beginners with no prior knowledge of Chinese history or religion, this guide walks you through the most important myths, deities, and legends of ancient China in plain, engaging language.
Inside this guide you will discover:
- How the ancient Chinese imagined the origin of the cosmos and the creation of humanity
- The roles and powers of major deities including the Jade Emperor, the Dragon Kings, and the Gods of Wealth and War
- The adventures of legendary heroes and immortals, from Sun Wukong to the Eight Immortals
- The meaning behind dragons, phoenixes, qilin, and other mythical creatures in Chinese tradition
- How myths shaped festivals, proverbs, rituals, and everyday life in China across the centuries
Each chapter builds on the last, giving you a clear and connected picture of the mythological world the ancient Chinese inhabited.
Whether you are a curious reader, a student of world mythology, a fan of Chinese culture, or simply someone who wants to understand the stories behind the symbols, this guide is your gateway.
Start reading today and discover the rich, living world of Chinese mythology.
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. Unlock the Gods, Heroes, and Legends of Ancient ChinaChinese mythology appears everywhere, in books, films, art, and festivals, yet for many readers the stories, names, and symbols remain just out of reach. Who exactly is the Jade Emperor? What did the Monkey King actually do? Why do dragons mean something so different in China than in the West?Characters like the Jade Emperor, Sun Wukong the Monkey King, Nuwa, Guanyin, and the Eight Immortals have shaped Chinese culture for thousands of years. Now you can finally understand them.Written for beginners with no prior knowledge of Chinese history or religion, this guide walks you through the most important myths, deities, and legends of ancient China in plain, engaging language.Inside this guide you will discover: How the ancient Chinese imagined the origin of the cosmos and the creation of humanityThe roles and powers of major deities including the Jade Emperor, the Dragon Kings, and the Gods of Wealth and WarThe adventures of legendary heroes and immortals, from Sun Wukong to the Eight ImmortalsThe meaning behind dragons, phoenixes, qilin, and other mythical creatures in Chinese traditionHow myths shaped festivals, proverbs, rituals, and everyday life in China across the centuriesEach chapter builds on the last, giving you a clear and connected picture of the mythological world the ancient Chinese inhabited.Whether you are a curious reader, a student of world mythology, a fan of Chinese culture, or simply someone who wants to understand the stories behind the symbols, this guide is your gateway.Start reading today and discover the rich, living world of Chinese mythology. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798182150217
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