The Songs of Taychobera: Or, Romances of the Four Lakes

By Charles G. Mayers

Book Overview

The Songs of Taychobera, also known as Romances of the Four Lakes, is a book written by Charles George Mayers in 1889. The book is a collection of songs and stories inspired by the culture and folklore of the indigenous people of Taiwan, particularly those living around the four major lakes in the central part of the island. The book contains a total of 53 songs and stories, each with its own unique characters, themes, and settings. Many of the stories revolve around love, adventure, and the supernatural, and are often accompanied by traditional music and dance. Mayers, who was a British diplomat and scholar of Chinese language and culture, spent several years living in Taiwan and studying the local customs and traditions. His book is considered an important contribution to the study of Taiwanese folklore and has been widely read and appreciated by scholars and enthusiasts alike. Overall, The Songs of Taychobera is a fascinating and insightful glimpse into the rich and diverse culture of Taiwan and its people. It is a must-read for anyone interested in folklore, mythology, and traditional music and dance.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165584905
• ISBN13: 9781165584901
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 74 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"