Ancient Tales and Folklore of China

Werner spent many years as British Consul in China during which time he made a first-hand, detailed study of Chinese folklore. This book, first published in 1922, is the fruit of his extensive research. After setting the numerous tales in their social and historical contextx the author relates stories associated with creation myths, Chinese gods, the stars, of thunder, lightning, wind, rain, water and fire. The book concludes with the stories The Eight Immortals, The Guardians of the Gates of Heaven, A Battle of the Gods, and the charming tale of how the monkey became a god...