漢武帝別國洞冥記 by active 1st century Xian Guo
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"漢武帝別國洞冥記" by Xian Guo is a historical account written during the late Han dynasty, which can be classified as a detailed narrative focusing on the tales and myths surrounding Emperor Wu of Han. The text explores themes of spirituality, immortality, and the celestial, reflecting the fascination with transcendent experiences and otherworldly beings prevalent in ancient Chinese culture. The book unfolds as a collection of stories that intertwine the experiences of Emperor Wu
and his interactions with various mystical figures, herbal remedies, and legendary creatures. Central to the narrative is the character of Dongfang Shuo, a wise sage who serves as an advisor to the emperor, sharing insights from his adventures in distant lands filled with strange flora and fauna. These tales reflect the emperor's obsession with the quest for eternal life, divine knowledge, and the pursuit of extraordinary beings, serving both as entertainment and a philosophical exploration of the human condition and the cosmos. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Guo, Xian, active 1st century |
|---|---|
| Title | 漢武帝別國洞冥記 |
| Alternate Title | Han Wudi bie guo dong ming ji |
| Credits | Produced by Chia Ying Chang |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 6.2 (Professional level). Extremely difficult to read. |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | AC: General Works: Collections, Series, Collected works, Pamphlets |
| Subject | Fantasy fiction, Chinese |
| Subject | Curiosities and wonders -- China -- Early works to 1900 |
| Subject | Han Wudi, Emperor of China, 156 B.C.-87 B.C. -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 52271 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-52271-5 |
| Release Date | Jun 8, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 921 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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