{"product_id":"chinese-ghost-stories-for-language-learners-new-adaptations-of-chinese-folklore-in-english-and-chinese-includes-audio-recordings-learn-chinese-myt-9798328787246","title":"Chinese Ghost Stories for Language Learners: New Adaptations of Chinese Folklore in English and Chinese (Includes Audio Recordings): Learn Chinese Myt","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Al Language Cafe\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends \u0026amp; Mythology\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlock the mystical world of ancient China's ghostly folklore with our new adaptations of classic Chinese literary works. Immerse yourself in the supernatural realm while honing your Chinese skills and uncovering centuries-old mythology, traditions, and beliefs. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn this collection, we have carefully curated 15 intriguing ghost or supernatural stories, presented in both Chinese and English. These stories are new adaptations of selected tales from renowned literary works in China, including \u003ci\u003eStrange Tales from a Chinese Studio\u003c\/i\u003e 《聊斋志异》, \u003ci\u003eMiscellaneous Morsels from Youyang\u003c\/i\u003e 《酉阳杂俎》, \u003ci\u003eAnecdotes About Spirits and Immortals\u003c\/i\u003e《搜神记》, and more. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWe adapt these stories for a couple of reasons. First, classic Chinese literature is often written in a style that differs significantly from modern Chinese, posing challenges for contemporary readers. Second, some of these works serve not merely as entertainment but as records of extraordinary events and folklore, employing straightforward language without elaborate storytelling. Our new adaptations preserve the original plots while presenting them in modern standard Mandarin with a more engaging narrative. This approach allows readers to enjoy the stories while learning common and useful vocabulary and expressions. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe 15 stories are: \u003cbr\u003e1. The Ghost Pressing Down on the Bed 咬鬼\u003cbr\u003e2. The Ghost with Painted Skin 画皮\u003cbr\u003e3. The Headless Ghost 无头鬼\u003cbr\u003e4. Hanba the Drought Demon 旱魃鬼\u003cbr\u003e5. The Lonely Wandering Soul 孤魂野鬼\u003cbr\u003e6. The Vengeful Spirit 冤鬼\u003cbr\u003e7. Zhong Kui Kills Ghosts 钟馗杀鬼\u003cbr\u003e8. The Fox Spirit 狐狸精\u003cbr\u003e9. The Tree Demon 树妖\u003cbr\u003e10. The Water Demon 水鬼\u003cbr\u003e11. Soul Snatching 勾魂\u003cbr\u003e12. Underworld Official 鬼吏\u003cbr\u003e13. Deceased Son Visits in Dream 亡儿托梦\u003cbr\u003e14. Body Possession 附身\u003cbr\u003e15. Reincarnation 投胎 \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFurthermore, we provide bilingual explanations of key terms at the end of each story. This helps our readers understand the story better, enrich their reading experience, and further explore Chinese mythology, beliefs, and culture. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eUpon finishing the book, readers will have gained a fundamental grasp of the Chinese perspective on spirits and ghosts. This knowledge not only enhances their appreciation of Chinese cinema and literature but also offers insights into Chinese culture.","brand":"Independently Published","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45571450863767,"sku":"9798328787246","price":1833.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798328787246.webp?v=1768595578","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/chinese-ghost-stories-for-language-learners-new-adaptations-of-chinese-folklore-in-english-and-chinese-includes-audio-recordings-learn-chinese-myt-9798328787246","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}