Tales from China
This collection of Chinese stories begins with the great legends of how Earth and Heaven came into being, and of how the archer Yi rid the Emperor Yao of the menace of the ten suns. Engrossing folk tales about ghosts and rainmakers, poor students and magicians, and the man who was nearly made into fishpaste flesh out Chinese culture, character, and customs. Throughout all these stories, the author has kept the subtle oriental flavour of the originals, bringing to life all the magic and mystery of China.
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Tales from China
This collection of Chinese stories begins with the great legends of how Earth and Heaven came into being, and of how the archer Yi rid the Emperor Yao of the menace of the ten suns. Engrossing folk tales about ghosts and rainmakers, poor students and magicians, and the man who was nearly made into fishpaste flesh out Chinese culture, character, and customs. Throughout all these stories, the author has kept the subtle oriental flavour of the originals, bringing to life all the magic and mystery of China.
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Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780192750785 |
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Publisher: | Oxford University Press |
Publication date: | 02/01/2001 |
Series: | Oxford Myths and Legends |
Edition description: | PBK |
Pages: | 208 |
Product dimensions: | 7.50(w) x 4.90(h) x 0.90(d) |
Age Range: | 8 - 12 Years |
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