A Chinese Wonder Book by Norman Hinsdale Pitman
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Pitman, Norman Hinsdale, 1876-1925
English
"A Chinese Wonder Book" by Norman Hinsdale Pitman is a collection of illustrated stories rooted in Chinese folklore, written in the early 20th century. The book weaves enchanting tales about the nature of virtue, loyalty, and the complexities of life through fantastical elements and characters. Each story draws on traditional themes and wisdom, mak...
characters and tales, beginning with Widow Wang and her son Ming-li, whose struggles with poverty take a magical turn when a kind priest gifts them a golden beetle with the ability to summon food. As they revel in their newfound fortune, they unwittingly attract the envy of their neighbors, leading to trials and tribulations. The opening sets a whimsical tone, filled with hardship that morphs into hope through magic, inviting readers to engage with the enchanting and moralistic world that unfolds in the subsequent stories. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Oliver Allen
2 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. A solid resource I will return to often.
Ethan Baker
2 months agoAfter looking for this everywhere, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. I will be reading more from this author.
David Jackson
1 month agoMy professor recommended this and the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. A true masterpiece of its kind.
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Mary Martinez
5 months agoMake no mistake, it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.