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| Author | : Moss Roberts |
| Publisher | : Pantheon |
| Total Pages | : 289 |
| Release | : 2011-09-07 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0307760421 |
Download Chinese Fairy Tales and Fantasies Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This collection of tales opens up a magical world far from our customary haunts. Ghost stories, romances, fables, and heroic sagas: the forms are familiar, but the characters we meet surprise us at every turn. For those who know and love the tales of the Grimms and Andersen, the universal themes of fairy tale literature emerge in these classic stories, but with a sophistication that is uniquely Chinese and altogether entrancing. With black-and-white drawings throughout Part of the Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library
| Author | : Shelley Fu |
| Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 222 |
| Release | : 2012-07-03 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1462908411 |
Download Treasury of Chinese Folk Tales Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Chinese fairy tales and other folk stories--providing insight into a rich literary culture. Treasury of Chinese Folk Tales is a wonderful collection of seven classic Chinese stories that make for great reading adventures. From the stories of Pan Gu and Nu Wo, creators of the world, to Bai Su-Tzin, a snake who took on human form and found true love, this mesmerizing book includes myths of creation, mortality and love. More than just a Chinese children's storybook, Treasury of Chinese Folk Tales also explores the historical impact and roots of each tale, inviting you and the children you love to enjoy the many layers of meaning contained within them fully. The included pronunciation guide, as well as information for further reading, makes this a perfect tool for educators, librarians and parents.
| Author | : Shiho S. Nunes |
| Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 73 |
| Release | : 2021-10-19 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1462922740 |
Download Chinese Folktales Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
For thousands of years, Chinese storytellers have delighted listeners with stories about the value of virtues like honesty, respect, courage and self-reliance. Chinese Folktales collects nineteen of these fantastic tales, some of them dating back to the third century BCE, and retells them in contemporary English for a modern audience. This updated edition--previously titled Chinese Fables--offers the same great stories in a smaller, easier to handle format at a lower price. Each of these stories offers a nugget of ancient folk wisdom and glimpses of traditional Chinese culture and lore. All of the tales express the foibles and wisdom of human experience with great humor and affection. Although the lessons are universal, the wit and flavor are uniquely Chinese. Beautifully illustrated by a master Chinese artist using a patchwork of ancient tones and textures, with a deft touch of humor, this book will give great joy to children and adults alike. Chinese children's stories include: The Practical Bride Stealing the Bell Kwan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy Cooking the Duck Scaring the Tigers The Dragon Slayer The previously published edition, Chinese Fables, won: *The Aesop Prize for Children's and Young Adult Literature* *The Gelett Burgess Children's Book Award for Fables, Folklore & Fairytales* *The Creative Child Magazine Book of the Year Award*
| Author | : Vivian Ling |
| Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 69 |
| Release | : 2022-08-02 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1462923240 |
Download A Bilingual Treasury of Chinese Folktales Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
The timeless wisdom of Chinese folktales presented in parallel English and Chinese texts! Switch up your bedtime reading with this memorable bilingual anthology. These traditional Chinese tales are fun to read and each one contains a gentle moral telling kids how to be a good person and live a good life. The stories are presented with parallel English and Chinese texts on every page, along with dozens of charming color illustrations by illustrator Yang Xi. The ten traditional folktales in this volume include: "Gold and Silver Hatchets"-Showing children the rewards that honesty can bring "How Can You Weigh an Elephant?"-It takes a small boy to solve an impossible task " How Silk Was Invented"- And how women contributed to the development of Chinese culture And many more! Sure to delight readers of all ages, A Bilingual Treasury of Chinese Folktales is perfect for parents who want their children to absorb the timeless wisdom of Chinese folk stories and also perhaps learn some Chinese along the way!
| Author | : Thomas-Simon Gueullette |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 262 |
| Release | : 1765 |
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Download Chinese Tales: Or, the Wonderful Adventures of the Mandarin Fum-Hoam ... Written in French by M. Gueulette. And Translated by the Rev. Mr. Stackhouse ... With Some Thoughts Concerning Transmigration. By the Late Ingenious Mr. Addison Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
| Author | : Frances Carpenter |
| Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 308 |
| Release | : 2011-12-20 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1462902898 |
Download Tales of a Chinese Grandmother Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This illustrated multicultural children's book presents classic Chinese fairy tales and other folk stories--providing a delightful look into a rich literary culture. Chinese folklore tradition is as colorful and captivating as any in the world, but the stories themselves still are not as well-known to Western readers as those from The Brothers Grimm, Mother Goose, or Hans Christian Andersen. Tales of a Chinese Grandmother, written by Frances Carpenter, presents a collection of 30 authentic Chinese folktales. These classic stories represent the best of the Chinese folk tradition and are told here by the character Lao Lao, the beloved grandmother of the nineteenth-century Ling household. A sampling from a long and proud tradition, these Chinese folktales are sure to delight adults as well as children of all ages. Chinese children's stories include: How Pan Ku Made the World The God that Lived in the Kitchen The Daughter of the Dragon King The Grateful Fox Fairy The King of the Monkeys The Wonderful Pear Tree Ko-Ai's Lost Shoe Heng O, the Moon Lady The Old Old One's Birthday
| Author | : Frederick H. Martens |
| Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 288 |
| Release | : 2019-09-19 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1912392135 |
Download Chinese Fairy Tales and Legends Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Fearless heroes, feisty princesses, sly magicians, terrifying dragons, talking foxes and miniature dogs. They all feature in this enthralling compendium of Chinese fairy tales and legends, along with an array of equally colourful characters and captivating plots. Although largely unknown in the West, the 70-plus stories in this volume are just as beguiling as the more familiar Grimms' Fairy Tales or Arabian Nights. They were collected in the early 20th century by Richard Wilhelm and first translated into English by Frederick H Martens. This beautifully produced revised and edited new edition includes updated notes which not only provide background on the tales, but also offer a fascinating insight into ancient Chinese folk lore and culture. These are stories to return to time and time again. From awesome adventures to quirky allegories, from the exploits of the gods to fables about beggars who outwit their betters, Chinese Fairy Tales and Legends is extraordinarily diverse and endlessly engaging. These wonderful stories have enduring and universal appeal, and will intrigue both children and adults.
| Author | : Shelley Fu |
| Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 227 |
| Release | : 2018-06-05 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1462919952 |
Download Chinese Myths and Legends Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Chinese fairy tales and other folk stories--providing insight into a vibrant literary culture. Chinese Myths and Legends is a delightful collection of seven classic Chinese stories that make for great reading adventures. From the stories of Pan Gu and Nu Wo, creators of the world, to Bai Su-Tzin, a snake who took on human form and found true love, this mesmerizing book includes myths of creation, mortality, and love. More than just a Chinese children's storybook, Chinese Myths and Legends also explores the origins of each tale, as well as its impact on Chinese culture and history, inviting you and the children you love to enjoy the many layers of meaning. The included pronunciation guide, as well as information for further reading, makes this a perfect tool for educators, librarians, and parents.
| Author | : Norman Hinsdale Pitman |
| Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 242 |
| Release | : 2012-08-21 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1462908667 |
Download Chinese Wonder Book Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
The Chinese Wonder Book contains some of the most beloved Chinese folktales. These stories include: The Golden Beetle or Why the Dog Hates the Cat The Great Bell The Strange Tale of Doctor Dog The Talking Fish And many other classics Originally published in 1919, this book has thrilled and amused children and adults for generations, and served as an accessible introduction to Chinese folklore for countless readers. Included with these fifteen magical Chinese fairy tales are Li Chu Tang's glorious, full-color illustrations original to the book's first edition, making this book a historical treasure. A new foreword by Sylvia Lin pays homage to the magic of Chinese folktales and adds its own enchantment to this classic children's book. This endearing collection of Chinese fables is sure to bring as much joy to today's children as it did to their grandparents.
| Author | : Bertha Hensman |
| Publisher | : Chinese University Press |
| Total Pages | : 390 |
| Release | : 1971 |
| Genre | : Social Science |
| ISBN | : 9789622010987 |
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