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Enigmatic Tales from Ancient China: Pu Sung-Ling's Masterpieces, Translated by Herbert Allen Giles
This collection introduces a meticulously curated selection of short stories derived from the esteemed translation of Strange Tales from China by eminent scholar Herbert Allen Giles. The tales encapsulate an array of eerie narratives revolving around Taoist devilry and magic, marvelling accounts of the supernatural realm alongside simple, charming insights into Chinese life.
Subject Areas
Gothic Horror: Ghost Stories
Traditional Chinese Culture
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Creators:
Pu, Sung-ling 1640-1715
Topics Covered:
Gothic Horror: Ghost Stories
Traditional Chinese Culture
Publisher Detls:
Singapore - G. Brash, 1987
National Library Board Singapore, 1987
Contributors:
Herbert Allen Giles Translator,
Digital Description:
PDF Format, 144 pages
Table of Content:
Persistence or Perseverance Rewarded
Mr. Chu: The Thoughtful Husband
The Pnted Wall
The Picture Horse
Playing at Hanging
The Rat Wife
The Resuscitated Corpse
A supernatural wife
Talking Pupils
The Taoist Novice
The Taoist Priest
Three Genii
The Tiger of Chao-cheng
The Trader's Son
Virtuous Daughter-in-law
Wonderous Stone
Young Lady of Tung-ting Lake
Copyright:
All rights reserved by National Library Board Singapore 2009.
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