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Immortal Sisters
Author | : Thomas Cleary |
Publsiher | : North Atlantic Books |
Total Pages | : 121 |
Release | : 1996-11-11 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 9781556432224 |
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Immortal Sisters presents life stories and teachings of distinguished female Taoist adepts who lived from the third to twelfth centuries. Among them is the poet and mystic Sun Bu-er, who passed into folklore as one of the famous Seven Immortals and appears as a character in countless popular novels of China. These accomplished women, renowned in their own day and in history, represent a uniquely female heritage of spiritual mastery. Through poems, stories, teachings, and commentaries, Immortal Sisters sheds light on the spiritual methods taught and practiced by these women and illustrates the importance of the feminine in Taoism.
Immortal Sisters
Author | : Thomas F. Cleary |
Publsiher | : Shambhala Publications |
Total Pages | : 116 |
Release | : 1989 |
Genre | : Philosophy |
ISBN | : UOM:39015014951076 |
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The Metamorphosis of Tianxian pei
Author | : Wilt L Idema |
Publsiher | : The Chinese University of Hong Kong Press |
Total Pages | : 356 |
Release | : 2014-12-15 |
Genre | : Literary Criticism |
ISBN | : 9789629965938 |
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This volume is the most extensive social and cultural history of twentiethcentury Huangmei Opera to date. A regional Chinese theater originating in the Anqing countryside, Huangmei Opera gained popularity with the success of the 1950s play and movie, Tianxian pei 天仙配 (Married to a Heavenly Immortal). Through a case study of this work, the author juxtaposes the complex process of rewriting and revising the play and movie against the rapidly changing cultural and ideological climate of the Communist theater reform movement. As a result, the traditional theme of filial piety becomes a struggle over class and free love. This volume features a full translation of the original play and its revision in the 1950s, as well as selected articles by scriptwriters, directors, performers, and critics. These primary sources allow readers to gain access to inside views of the contemporaries and their political and artistic concerns. "Wilt Idema is one of the most important scholars in Chinese literary and cultural studies. Few in the academia can emulate him in both the spectrum of specializations and the depth of scholarship. From Yuan drama to Ming fiction, and traditional folk culture to modern performing arts, Idema’s work demonstrates a Sinologist's dedication, erudition, and originality at its best. Tianxian pei is arguably the most popular play in midtwentieth century China. In his book, Idema discusses the play’s roots and ramifications, its incarnations in multiple genes and medial forms, and its significance in modern Chinese cultural politics. His critical insight is illuminating and his translational expertise impeccable. The Metamorphosis of Tianxian pei is a major contribution to the studies of Chinese folklore, literature, theatre, and media." by David Derwei Wang, Harvard University
Perseus
Author | : Paul D. Storrie |
Publsiher | : Graphic Universe |
Total Pages | : 52 |
Release | : 2009-01-01 |
Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | : 9781580138888 |
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In graphic novel format, retells the story of how King Polydectes planned to get rid of young Perseus so he could wed his mother, Danae, by tricking him into slaying Medusa--a snake-haired monster whose look turns humans into stone.
The Odyssey of Homer
Author | : Homer |
Publsiher | : Unknown |
Total Pages | : 574 |
Release | : 1897 |
Genre | : Epic poetry, Greek |
ISBN | : UCAL:$B290446 |
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Perseus the Gorgon Slayer
Author | : William John Gordon |
Publsiher | : Unknown |
Total Pages | : 40 |
Release | : 1883 |
Genre | : Electronic Book |
ISBN | : OXFORD:590427639 |
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The Heyday of the Insensitive Bastards EasyRead Super Large 24pt Edition
Author | : Anonim |
Publsiher | : ReadHowYouWant.com |
Total Pages | : 442 |
Release | : 2024 |
Genre | : Electronic Book |
ISBN | : 9781458716910 |
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Author | : Ellis Parker Butler |
Publsiher | : BoD – Books on Demand |
Total Pages | : 638 |
Release | : 2023-09-03 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 9783387025644 |
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Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.