漢武帝別國洞冥記 by active 1st century Xian Guo

"漢武帝別國洞冥記" by Xian Guo is a historical account written during the late Han dynasty, which can be classified as a detailed narrative focusing on the tales and myths surrounding Emperor Wu of Han. The text explores themes of spirituality, immortality, and the celestial, reflecting the fascination with transcendent experiences and otherworldly beings prevalent in ancient Chinese culture. The book unfolds as a collection of stories that intertwine the experiences of Emperor Wu and his interactions with various mystical figures, herbal remedies, and legendary creatures. Central to the narrative is the character of Dongfang Shuo, a wise sage who serves as an advisor to the emperor, sharing insights from his adventures in distant lands filled with strange flora and fauna. These tales reflect the emperor's obsession with the quest for eternal life, divine knowledge, and the pursuit of extraordinary beings, serving both as entertainment and a philosophical exploration of the human condition and the cosmos. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Guo, Xian, active 1st century
Title 漢武帝別國洞冥記
Alternate Title Han Wudi bie guo dong ming ji
Credits Produced by Chia Ying Chang
Reading Level Reading ease score: 6.2 (Professional level). Extremely difficult to read.
Language Chinese
LoC Class AC: General Works: Collections, Series, Collected works, Pamphlets
Subject Fantasy fiction, Chinese
Subject Curiosities and wonders -- China -- Early works to 1900
Subject Han Wudi, Emperor of China, 156 B.C.-87 B.C. -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 52271
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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