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Vezi oferta la libris.roA collection of 15 classic Chinese folk stories--passed down from generation to generation--presented in both Chinese and English. nWelcome to the land of Chinese folklore, a delightful corner of the Chinese heritage that remains relatively unexplored in Western publications. Throughout history the medium of storytelling and the performing arts allowed folklore to flourish, bringing culture and entertainment to the common people. These stories are about universal human concerns such as the origin of humankind, impact of wars and natural disasters, legendary cultural heroes, dignity and justice for the common folks, and yearnings of the human heart. n nEach story is given in parallel Chinese and English versions, and is accompanied by a short essay about its historical context, a vocabulary list, discussion questions, and native speaker audio recordings. n nEnjoy fifteen classic Chinese folk tales, including: n nn n- Taming the New Year's Beast -- How the Lunar New Year festival came about, celebrated after the ferocious monster Nian was frightened off by the color red, sparks and explosive noises when it came hunting for children and animals. n n- Two Virtuous Mothers of Ancient China -- The philosopher Mencius's mother, a virtuous widow, illustrates the importance of not wasting one's education through her efforts to ensure her son's success. n n- The Chinese Romeo and Juliet -- A classic tale of tragic love, Zhu Yingtai, the beloved daughter of a local official, is disguise
