Chinese Folk-Lore Tales by J. Macgowan
"Chinese Folk-Lore Tales" by Rev. J. Macgowan is a collection of traditional Chinese stories written in the early 20th century. The tales reflect cultural beliefs, moral lessons, and themes of righteousness, love, and destiny, often involving supernatural elements and historical figures. The opening chapters introduce characters such as the virtuous mandarin Shih-Kung and the tragic widow Ho, setting the stage for stories steeped in moral dilemmas that explore justice and the divine.
The beginning of "Chinese Folk-Lore Tales" reveals the first story, focusing on Shih-Kung, a highly respected mandarin who, after a strange encounter with a widow dressed in mourning, suspects foul play in her husband's death. Intrigued by her suspicious behavior and the eerie wind surrounding her, Shih-Kung takes it upon himself to investigate the circumstances of the man's demise, leading to a confrontation with the widow and the unearthing of dark truths. As Shih-Kung navigates the complexities of the case, themes of responsibility, honor, and the quest for justice are poignantly illustrated through his actions and decisions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Macgowan, J. (John), -1922 |
|---|---|
| Title | Chinese Folk-Lore Tales |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | The Widow Ho -- Kwang-Jui and the God of the River -- The beautiful daughter of Liu-Kung -- The fairy bonze -- The mysterious Buddhist robe -- The vengeance of the Goddess -- "The Wonderful Man" -- The God of the City -- The tragedy of the Yin family -- Sam-Chung and the Water Demon -- The reward of a benevolent life. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore |
| Subject | Tales -- China |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 26070 |
| Release Date | Jul 16, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Nov 21, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 173 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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