The Chinese myths

"While many around the world are familiar with some aspects of Chinese myth--through Chinese New Year festivities or the classic adventures of the Monkey King in Journey to the West--few outside of China understand the richness of Chinese mythology, influenced by Daoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism. Offering much more than any competing overview of Chinese mythology, [this book] not only retells the ancient stories but also considers their place within the patterns of Chinese religions, culture, and history"--.