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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.

Fox’s Wit: A Tale of Humor and Enchantment

2024-03-12 by Weird Tales
Explore the enchanting and humorous tale of 'Fox's Wit' where a clever fox woman brings laughter and surprises to the people she encounters.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Chinese Tale, Enchantment, folklore, Humor

The Mirage Sea Market: Exploring the Mysterious World of Illusions

2024-03-11 by Weird Tales
Delve into the enchanting tale of Bian He, a world of illusions, and the mysterious Dragon Princess in this captivating story.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Bian He, Dragon Princess, Fantasy World, Illusions, Mirage Sea Market 2 Comments

The Muddy Scholar: A Tale of Deception and Revenge

2024-03-10 by Weird Tales
Explore the mysterious tale of the Muddy Scholar, where jealousy and supernatural forces collide in a story of deception and revenge.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Chinese folklore, deception, Jealousy, Muddy Scholar, revenge, supernatural 7 Comments

Tian Qilang: The Extraordinary Life and Legacy of Tian Qilang

2024-03-09 by Weird Tales
Explore the remarkable story of Tian Qilang, a man who never forgot a meal's kindness, sought to vindicate his grievances even in death, and left a lasting legacy.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Extraordinary Life, Kindness, Lamentable, Legacy, Vindication

Rolling Head: Unusual Events and Their Consequences

2024-03-07 by Weird Tales
Explore the mysterious tale of a rolling head, its ominous significance, and the tragic events it foretold.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags mystery, omen, supernatural, tragedy 15 Comments

Preservation: A daring midnight adventure in pursuit of a cherished pipa

2024-03-07 by Weird Tales
Read about Baozhu's daring mission to retrieve a cherished pipa in a thrilling midnight escapade.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Baozhu, Cherished Pipa, Midnight Adventure, Wu Sangui

Chess Ghost: The Tragic Tale of an Obsessed Chess Player

2024-03-06 by Weird Tales
Explore the gripping narrative of a compulsive chess player whose obsession with the game led to an afterlife of eternal chess in the underworld.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Compulsive Chess Player, Eternal Chess, Obsession, Tragic Story 1 Comment

Settling Debts: A Tale of Generosity, Repayment, and Unexpected Surprises

2024-03-05 by Weird Tales
Explore the story of Li Zhuoming's generosity, a debt owed, and a surprising twist in this timeless tale.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags debt settlement, generosity, lessons from a story, unexpected twist 27 Comments

General Yang: A Remarkable Encounter During Bi Ziyan’s Tenure as Minister of Revenue

2024-03-04 by Weird Tales
Discover an intriguing historical encounter between Bi Ziyan, the Minister of Revenue, and General Yang Hualin during their time in Taozhou and Minzhou. This unique incident showcases a blend of authority and humor.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Bi Ziyan, encounter, Historical Anecdote, Military Preparation Commissioner, Minzhou, Taozhou, Yang Hualin 1 Comment

Dragon Birth: A Remarkable Tale of Myth and Miracle

2024-03-02 by Weird Tales
Discover the incredible story of a woman in Xingcun Village during the Kangxi reign, who gave birth to a posthumous child amidst myths and miracles.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Kangxi Reign, Miraculous Event, Mythical Story, Posthumous Child 3 Comments

Fengdu Imperial Censor: Exploring the Mysterious Underworld: A Tale of Courage and Enlightenment

2024-02-29 by Weird Tales
Follow the fascinating journey of Hua Gong, the Fengdu Imperial Censor, as he ventures into the enigmatic underworld, guided by Buddhist scriptures and encountering divine beings.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Buddhist Scriptures, Divine Encounter, Underworld Exploration

Willow Scholar Liu: A Tale of Locusts, Dreams, and Divine Intervention

2024-02-29 by Weird Tales
Explore the intriguing tale of Willow Scholar Liu, who appeared in a dream with a solution to a locust plague during the late Ming Dynasty. Discover how divine intervention spared the crops in this captivating folklore.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags divine intervention, Dreams, folklore, Locust Plague, Ming Dynasty
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