Myths of China. Mythical Perspectives of the People

The book "Mythical Perspectives and Myths of the Chinese" by the Russian sinologist Sergey Mikhailovich Georgievsky (1851-1893), first published in 1892, has not lost its significance as a wonderful resource and captivating reading for those interested in the mythology, history,... and religion of Ancient China.
This work addresses a fairly wide range of topics: ancient Chinese theories of world formation and organization; cosmogony and cosmology; earthly spirits, plants, and animals; the existence of the soul in the human body; the archaic history of China and many others.
SM. Georgievsky's book will not only allow you to touch upon ancient Chinese mythology and religion, but also to enjoy the beautiful and refined culture that has been created over many centuries by the hardworking and gifted Chinese people.