山海經 by Anonymous

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Author Anonymous
Title 山海經
Alternate Title Classic of the Mountains and Seas
Alternate Title Shan hai jing
Note Reading ease score: 80.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Ting-wei You
Summary "山海經" by Anonymous is an ancient Chinese text that is a collection of mythological and geographical descriptions, likely written during the early centuries of the common era. It serves as a rich tapestry of legendary creatures, mystical mountains, and the natural resources found within China's varied landscapes, making it a vital part of Chinese literature and folklore. The opening of "山海經" introduces a detailed exploration of different mythical mountains and their unique attributes. Each mountain is described in terms of its natural resources, the various creatures that inhabit it, and the peculiar physical and spiritual properties attributed to those animals and plants. For instance, it mentions mountains that produce precious metals and jewels, strange beasts with human-like characteristics, and healing waters. The vivid details painted in these descriptions set the tone for a work steeped in curiosity about the world and the fantastical elements that populate it, inviting readers to delve deeper into this ancient collection of myths and descriptions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Chinese
LoC Class DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Subject China -- Description and travel
Subject Mythology, Chinese
Subject Ethnology -- China
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EBook-No. 25288
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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