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Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio

Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio(《聊齋志異》/《聊齋》/《鬼狐傳》/《聊斋志异》) is a literary masterpiece written by the famous Chinese literary figure Pu Songling. The book is divided into 12 volumes and contains 491 short classical Chinese novellas. Pu Songling, on the basis of inheriting the traditions of Wei-Jin supernatural tales and Tang-Song legends, achieved great success in the creation of classical Chinese novellas with his elegant writing and broad-minded sentiment. The book has thus become a classic work that is well-known to both men and women of all ages.

The Dog Lamp: A Tale of Transformation and Farewell

2023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Explore the enchanting Chinese legend of 'The Dog Lamp' where a servant's encounter with a mysterious woman leads to a journey of transformation and an unexpected farewell amidst lush sorghum fields.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Chinese folklore, farewell, fox spirits, legendary story, sorghum fields, Transformation 1 Comment

Foreign Monks: Mastery of Unique Skills

2023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Discover the intriguing tale of two foreign monks who arrived in Qingzhou, dressed strangely, and demonstrated mysterious powers that left the temple inhabitants in awe.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Buddhism, Mystical Encounters

The Fox Concubine: Marrying a Fox Spirit with Magical Abilities

2023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Explore the intriguing tale of Liu Dongjiu and his enigmatic fox companion, as they navigate supernatural events, disasters, and a bond that transcends the ordinary.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Chinese folklore, foreknowledge, fox spirit, Love Story, Mysterious Companion, Predict Future

Thunder God: Descend to The World

2023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Discover the incredible journey of Le Yunhe, his unwavering friendship with Xia Pingzi, a life-changing encounter with a Thunder God, and the remarkable destiny that awaited him in this captivating narrative of virtue and destiny.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Chinese folklore, Gratitude, Star

Gambling Talisman: The Destructive Influence of Gambling and Greedy of Human

2023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Explore the destructive impact of gambling and how it leads to moral decay, financial ruin, and the loss of reputation, as depicted in the story of the 'Gambling Talisman.'
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Daoist, dice, Gambling, greedy 2 Comments

AXia: The Tale of Lost Love and Retribution

2023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Explore the story of Axia, a tale of lost love, ungratefulness, and divine retribution in this captivating narrative.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Insatiable, lost love, nonhuman, Retribution, tragic fate, ungratefulness 2 Comments

Li Sijian: A Tragic Tale of Repentance and Self-Punishment

2023-10-24 by Weird Tales
A juren from Yongnian County in the Kangxi Era, who committed a shocking act of self-punishment after a heinous crime, leading to his downfall.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Kangxi Era, Self-Punishment, tragedy 1 Comment

Wu Gu Da Fu: Senior Official of 5 Black Ram

2023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Read about the incredible life of Changti Yuan, a Shanxi scholar who heard a mysterious title in his dream, faced adversity, and eventually achieved success as a magistrate.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Changti Yuan, divine intervention, Shanxi scholar 3 Comments

Furry Fox: A Tale about blessings and fortunes

2023-10-24 by Weird Tales
In the rustic heartland, a destitute lad found his life entangled with the enigmatic charms of a beguiling woman. Little did he know, this chance encounter would lead him on a journey of deception, unbridled desires, and an unforeseen twist of divine destiny.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Fox Fairy, fox spirits, Karma and Fortune, strange tales, Transformation

PianPian: Love Story with Fairy

2023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Discover an enchanting tale of love and mysticism as Luozifu's mountain life intertwines with the celestial Pianpian, eating tree leaves, wearing white clouds, blurring reality and magic.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Celestial Beings, Enchantment, Love Story, Mountain Life 1 Comment

Black Beast: Dominating Tiger

2023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Discover the enigmatic actions of animals, drawing parallels with corrupt officials and their impact on society.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Animal Psychology, Corrupt Officials, tiger 5 Comments
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