02166cam a22003133u 45000010005000000030007000050050017000120060002000290070005000310080041000360400011000770410017000880500007001051000029001122450027001412460040001682640051002083000047002593360026003063370026003323380036003585000031003945080025004255201277004505340045017276530021017728560042017939990017018357273UtSlPG20260610133205.0mcr n260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7azh2iso639-1 4aGR1 aGan, Bao, active 317-32210a搜神記 volume 18-201 aSou Shen Ji, volume 18-20, 300 A.D. 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2005  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2005-01-01  aProduced by Sally Yu  a"搜神記 volume 18-20" by Bao Gan is a historical collection of supernatural tales compiled during the early centuries of the Chinese dynasties. The book encompasses various stories that delve into the intersection of the human world with the realm of gods, spirits, and mythical creatures. These narratives often explore themes of morality, destiny, and the consequences of human actions, shedding light on ancient Chinese beliefs and values regarding the supernatural.  The content of these volumes presents a rich tapestry of stories featuring a variety of characters, from peasants to officials, who encounter strange phenomena or beings. Notable tales include those of people interacting with tree spirits, facing ancient snakes demanding sacrifices, and dealing with transforming animals that reveal deeper moral lessons. Each story serves not only to entertain but also to illustrate cultural insights, such as the importance of respect towards nature, the idea of retribution, and the intricate relationship between humans and the divine. Overall, the narrative style offers a glimpse into the beliefs and societal norms of the time, making it an intriguing read for those interested in folklore and ancient history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aLegends -- China40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7273  c49264d49264