Folk literature makes up a significant part of China’s cultural heritage. It absorbed a huge number of genres—from jokes to epic poetry—and centuries-old traditions of many peoples inhabiting the Middle Kingdom. Folklore reflects their history and national character, which makes it extremely important for understanding Chinese culture.
The author analyzes the development of folk literature from ancient times to the present day, dwelling in detail on its distinctive features and giving proper credit to its diversity.
For students and specialists in sinology, folklore studies, literary studies, and for everyone interested in Chinese culture.