Asiatic Mythology
Title | Asiatic Mythology PDF eBook |
Author | J. Hackin |
Publisher | |
Pages | 476 |
Release | 2013-10 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9781494112561 |
This is a new release of the original 1925 edition.
A Dictionary of Asian Mythology
Title | A Dictionary of Asian Mythology PDF eBook |
Author | David Leeming |
Publisher | Oxford University Press |
Pages | 241 |
Release | 2001-05-31 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN | 0195120531 |
This is an A-Z dictionary of mythologies of the Asian continent. Major characters, places and events of Asian mythology, as well as certain relevant themes and cultural traditions are included.
Asian Mythologies
Title | Asian Mythologies PDF eBook |
Author | Yves Bonnefoy |
Publisher | University of Chicago Press |
Pages | 404 |
Release | 1993-05-15 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 9780226064567 |
These 130 articles Aisan mythologies and cover such topics as Buddhist and Hindu symbolic systems, myth in pre-Islamic Iran, Chinese cosmology and demons, and the Japanese conceptions of the afterlife and the "vital spirit". Also includes myths from Turkey, Korea, Tibet, and Mongolia. Illustrations.
Mythology and Folklore in South-East Asia
Title | Mythology and Folklore in South-East Asia PDF eBook |
Author | Jan Knappert |
Publisher | Oxford University Press, USA |
Pages | 342 |
Release | 1999 |
Genre | Literary Collections |
ISBN |
The first anthology in English of South-East Asian myths, this book is an engaging look at these rich storytelling traditions. It includes new translations of some shorter tales and concise paraphrases of longer epics. There are separate sections devoted to poetry, drama, proverbs, and prose from various regions and cultures. A wide range of readers will find themselves absorbed in the romance, tragedy, drama, and adventure of South-East Asian kings, princes, princesses, heroes and heroines, and ordinary people.
Ritual and Mythology of the Chinese Triads
Title | Ritual and Mythology of the Chinese Triads PDF eBook |
Author | Barend ter Haar |
Publisher | BRILL |
Pages | 533 |
Release | 2021-08-30 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 9004483047 |
The extensive ritual and mythological lore of the Chinese Triads form the scope of this new paperback title in Brill’s Scholars’ List. The author critically evaluates the extant sources and offers a wealth of contextual information. The core of the book is formed by a close reading of the initiation ritual, including the burning of incense, the altar, the enactment of a journey of life and death, and the blood covenant. Different narrative structures are also presented. These include the messianic demonological paradigm, political legitimation, and the foundation of myth. Triad lore is placed in its own religious and cultural context, allowing radically new conclusions about its origins, meanings and functions. This book is of special interest to social historians, anthropologists, and students of Chinese religious culture.
Asian Mythology
Title | Asian Mythology PDF eBook |
Author | Rachel Storm |
Publisher | Lorenz Books |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2000 |
Genre | Legends |
ISBN | 9780754806042 |
AN Authoratative a-z guide to the mythologies and legends of China, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia
Mythology of Asia and the Far East
Title | Mythology of Asia and the Far East PDF eBook |
Author | Rachel Storm |
Publisher | Southwater Publishing |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2006 |
Genre | Folklore |
ISBN | 9781844763122 |
In this fabulous reference book, the powerful and enthralling tales of East Asia are revealed in all their magnificence. This exciting publication is essential reading for all those interested in the myths and legends of Asian cultures, their retelling down the generations, and the way they influence and colour our thinking and beliefs in the modern day.