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Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio
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Discover the enchanting world of 'Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio,' featuring the fascinating narratives of Pu Songling, a master of classical Chinese fiction. This trade paperback edition includes 608 pages of captivating stories that deftly blend humor, mysticism, and the supernatural. With an ISBN of 9780140447408, this 2006 Penguin UK publication invites readers into a realm where reality intertwines with the fantastical. Enjoy spellbinding tales where a Taoist monk creates an otherworldly pear tree and a cunning child bride outsmarts a fox-spirit. Perfect for lovers of Asian literature and folklore, these 104 stories not only entertain but also challenge perceptions of reality. Explore haunted locales, magical transformations, and whimsical encounters, showcasing Pu Songling's profound storytelling prowess. Ideal for book collectors or those seeking a unique reading experience, this edition offers FREE shipping to your doorstep, making it an excellent addition to your literary library. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to delve into classical Chinese storytelling that has delighted readers for centuries.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140447408
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2006
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 608
Description:
The Strange Tales of Pu Songling (1640-1715) are exquisite and amusing miniatures that are regarded as the pinnacle of classical Chinese fiction. With their elegant prose, witty wordplay and subtle charm, the 104 stories in this selection reveal a world in which nothing is as it seems. Here a Taoist monk conjures up a magical pear tree, a scholar recounts his previous incarnations, a woman out-foxes the fox-spirit that possesses her, a child bride gives birth to a thimble-sized baby, a ghostly city appears out of nowhere and a heartless daughter-in-law is turned into a pig. In his tales of humans coupling with shape-shifting spirits, bizarre phenomena, haunted buildings and enchanted objects, Pu Songling pushes back the boundaries of human experience and enlightens as he entertains.
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140447408
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2006
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 608
Description:
The Strange Tales of Pu Songling (1640-1715) are exquisite and amusing miniatures that are regarded as the pinnacle of classical Chinese fiction. With their elegant prose, witty wordplay and subtle charm, the 104 stories in this selection reveal a world in which nothing is as it seems. Here a Taoist monk conjures up a magical pear tree, a scholar recounts his previous incarnations, a woman out-foxes the fox-spirit that possesses her, a child bride gives birth to a thimble-sized baby, a ghostly city appears out of nowhere and a heartless daughter-in-law is turned into a pig. In his tales of humans coupling with shape-shifting spirits, bizarre phenomena, haunted buildings and enchanted objects, Pu Songling pushes back the boundaries of human experience and enlightens as he entertains.
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
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