02395cam a22003253u 4500 15250 UtSlPG 20260610133346.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 GR Werner, E. T. C. (Edward Theodore Chalmers), 1864-1954 Myths and Legends of China Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-03-04 Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Jeroen Hellingman and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team. "Myths and Legends of China" by E. T. C. Werner is a comprehensive account of Chinese mythology, likely written in the early 20th century. This work synthesizes key myths and legends from various literary sources, aiming to provide an accurate representation of the mythology that shapes Chinese cultural identity. The text not only covers prominent tales but also delves into the sociological aspects necessary for comprehending these narratives, making it a valuable resource for readers interested in mythology, history, or cultural studies. The opening of the book introduces the author and outlines his meticulous approach to translating and interpreting Chinese myths by studying primary texts and relevant scholarly works. Werner expresses gratitude to several individuals who aided his research and emphasizes his goal of distilling a vast topic into a comprehensible English format that reflects the minds of the Chinese people. He begins with a discussion of the sociology of the Chinese, touching on their racial origins and societal structures, setting the stage for understanding the significance and context of the myths that follow in subsequent chapters. This establishes a foundational framework for the readers to appreciate the depth of Chinese mythology as both a cultural artifact and a living tradition. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Tales -- China Mythology, Chinese Legends -- China https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15250 56638 56638