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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.

Becoming Immortal: A Tale of Transformation and Adventure

2023-12-252023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Follow the journey of Zhou and Cheng as they navigate a world of magic and transformation in this captivating Chinese folklore tale.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags adventure, Becoming Immortal, Chinese folklore, Mystical Journey, Transformation 1 Comment

Groom’s Extended Stay: Unusual Circumstances Delay Wedding

2023-12-252023-10-24 by Weird Tales
A groom's prolonged stay at his bride's family home due to mysterious circumstances, causing a delay in their wedding.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Bride's Family, groom, Marriage Delayed, Mysterious Disappearance, Unusual Situation 1 Comment

Spirit Official Wang: A Fox Spirit’s Escape

2023-12-252023-10-24 by Weird Tales
A Daoist encounters a fox spirit living in a temple and learns about its yearly escape during the suburban ritual. The fox spirit advises him to leave as well, foretelling the fall of the Ming Dynasty.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Daoist, fox spirit, Ming Dynasty, Seclusion, Suburban Ritual

Wang Lan: A Soul’s Second Chance

2023-12-252023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Wang Lan and Zhang's journey of magical powers, riches, healing, and divine intervention, marred by wrongful accusations.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags divine intervention, healing, magical powers, riches, wrongful accusation

Eagle and Tiger Gods

2023-12-252023-10-24 by Weird Tales
The East Yue Temple's eerie statues, a daring thief, and a divine encounter with the Eagle and Tiger Gods.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Divine Encounter, East Yue Temple, stolen money, Taoist priest, thief 1 Comment

Wang Cheng: From Laziness to Prosperity

2023-12-252023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Explore the extraordinary journey of Wang Cheng, who defied convention by transforming his life from poverty to prosperity through an unusual path.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Diligence vs Laziness, Prosperity, Sincere Nature, Unconventional Wealth, Wang Cheng 2 Comments

Qingfeng: Love story with fox spirit

2023-12-252023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Explore the enchanting tale of Qingfeng, a story of transformations, family bonds, and enduring love in Chinese folklore.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Chinese folklore, family bonds, transformations 2 Comments

Painted skin: Meets a troubled woman who hiding a secret

2023-12-252023-10-24 by Weird Tales
A tale of Wang, a scholar who aids a young woman in distress, only to discover her dark secret. A blend of mysticism, moral lessons, and shocking revelations unfold.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Chinese folklore, demon woman, Taoist priest 8 Comments

Jia’er: A Tale of Fox Spirits and Deception

2023-12-252023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Explore the intriguing story of Jia'er, a tale filled with fox spirits, deception, and a family's struggle against supernatural forces.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Chinese folklore, deception, family tragedy, fox spirits, Jia'er story 9 Comments

Odd Fondness for Eating Snake

2023-12-252023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Explore the fascinating story of Lv Fengning, who had an unusual fondness for eating snakes, from small ones to large ones, and possessed a remarkable sense of smell.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags eating snakes, snake fetish, snake lover, unusual food preference 2 Comments

Jin Shicheng: A Peculiar Figure in History

2023-10-24 by Weird Tales
Jin Shicheng, known as 'Becoming Buddha in this life,' exhibited eccentric behavior and became the subject of strange tales. His actions and the ingenious handling of County Magistrate Nangong are discussed.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Buddha, Confucius Temple, eccentric behavior, strange tales 2 Comments

Scholar Dong: A Fateful Encounter with the Fox Spirit: Subtitle

2023-10-24 by Weird Tales
A tale of forbidden love and a sinister encounter with a fox spirit that leads to illness and tragedy.
Categories Strange Tales From A Chinese Studio Tags Forbidden Love, fox spirit, illness, Mysterious Affair 9 Comments
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