Classic Chinese Stories
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| Rating | : | 4.88 (741 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B00H395330 |
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| Number of Pages | : | 495 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-10-19 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Thirty classic Chinese tales, carefully selected from Chinese history and literature, capture scenes, perspectives, and attitudes reflecting the Chinese spirit across thousands of years. Editor's commentary follows each story, comparing eastern and western culture through anecdotal and academic analysis. Easily accessible to learners of all ages and abilities, this collection is an excellent introduction to Chinese culture, as well as the perfect resource for listeners who want to reconnect with their heritage.
Those sweet old emperors I only made it in about an hour. Had to give it up. The adapter or editor chooses and presents stories that she feels will provide good moral lessons for her children. All ancient Chinese emperors were wise, peace-loving egalitarians. Right. Each little story is followed by the editor's comments, consisting partly in otiose summary of the simple tale just told, and partly in pious reflection on goodness. Goodness me. The narrator's tone is appropriate to the contents-. "Wonderful Way to understand Chinese culture and history!" according to DanaR. This collection is a compilation of classic myths, legends and folktales. Each story is followed by an editor's note which helps interpret the story for a Western audience. I've travelled to China and WISH I had listened to this collection of stories beforehand! It really illuminates many of the sites and customs that await travelers to China. Full disclosure, I am the narrator!These stories were so much fun to read and I missed the characters once I had finished my n