Chinese Myths & Legends: Tales of Gods, Heroes & Monsters

With a new introduction, this is a delightful collection of legendary stories from a distant, ancient world.

The warring dynasties, the mysteries of the mountains, the relentless cycle of the seasons, and the quixotic nature of the skies all contributed to the many myths of ancient China, told in the villages and spread along the trading routes from province to province. Indeed, the tales of Chinese mythology reflect the vast landscapes of China, where distant mountains, and long, winding ri...