Chinese Mythology: Legendary Tales of Heaven, Earth, Humanity, and Beyond
Aaron Hwang, illustrated by Adela Li
This illustrated collection presents myths and fairy tales from China, including stories involving gods, goddesses, the Monkey King, and the White Snake. Its ancient world includes the Jade Emperor in the heavens and supernatural beings such as dragons, ghosts, demons, animal tricksters, and snake-women. The tales explore accounts of the world’s beginning, the order of heaven, the shaping of earth, the rise of humanity, and questions about natural forces such as wind, rain, and luck.
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