搜神後記 by Qian Tao
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"搜神後記" by Qian Tao is a collection of philosophical tales and folklore written during the early 5th century. The work captures a myriad of supernatural events, legends, and whimsical encounters between humans and fantastical beings, reflecting the rich tapestry of ancient Chinese mythology and Daoist thought. The stories intertwine elements of the celestial, the ethereal, and the ordinary, likely set against the backdrop of ancient China. At the start of the collection,
the narratives introduce various characters, primarily those who encounter extraordinary phenomena or beings that challenge their perceptions of reality. For example, there is Ding Lingwei, a character who interacts with a crane that speaks riddles about mortality and transcendence. Other tales feature mysterious caves and encounters with beautiful maidens that captivate men, suggesting themes of love, loss, and the enigmatic nature of fate. The opening establishes a tone that melds intrigue with a contemplative exploration of existence, setting the stage for the rich storytelling that unfolds throughout the rest of the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Tao, Qian, 372?-427 |
|---|---|
| Title | 搜神後記 |
| Alternate Title | 搜神后记 |
| Alternate Title | Sou shen hou ji |
| Credits | Produced by Ni-Yen Wu |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania |
| Subject | Ghost stories, Chinese |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 7266 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 574 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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