The Chinese Myths: A Guide to the Gods and Legends

by Tao Tao Liu

Book Overview

This is a concise and entertaining guide to the complex tradition of Chinese mythology. While many around the world are familiar with some aspects of Chinese myth--through Chinese New Year festivities or the classic adventures of the Monkey King in Journey to the West--not everyone understands the richness of Chinese mythology, influenced by Daoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism.

Offering more than an overview of Chinese mythology, The Chinese...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0500252386
• ISBN13: 9780500252383
• Release Date: January 2023
• Publisher: Thames & Hudson
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 5.2" x 7.8"