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100	1		_aGan, Bao, active 317-322
245	1	0	_a搜神記 volume 1-3
246	1		_aSou Shen Ji, volume 1-3
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2005-01-01
508			_aProduced by Sally Yu
520			_aThe "搜神記 volume 1-3" by active 317-322 Bao Gan is a historical collection of stories that likely dates back to the early centuries of the Common Era. This book is a compilation of narratives surrounding various mythological figures, sorcerers, and legendary events from Chinese folklore and history. The overarching theme revolves around the supernatural, particularly how historical characters interacted with deities, spirits, and the mystical elements of nature. The content of "搜神記 volume 1-3" is rich with tales that depict extraordinary characters such as shamans, immortal beings, and individuals gifted with magical abilities. Each story highlights different aspects of Chinese cosmology, magic, and moral lessons. Characters like 神農 (Shennong), the legendary emperor known for agricultural contributions, and figures who purportedly achieved immortality through various means populate the text. These narratives often blend the historical with the mythical, offering insights into ancient beliefs, the relationship between humanity and the divine, and the moral consequences of one's actions in pursuit of power or knowledge. Overall, the book serves as an intriguing exploration of early Chinese spirituality and the quest for immortality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aLegends -- China
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7260
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