Myths of China

Heroes and plots inspired by images of Chinese culture and mythology continue to win over fans around the world. Chinese myths, with their nontrivial plots, unexpected twists, and exotic motifs, excite and inspire generations of readers just as the “Iliad” or the legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table do.

Meet the marvelous world where heaven-ruled emperors command, and dragons live alongside people. In this fairy-tale world, noble rulers don’t disdain ordinary work, and honesty and diligence are always rewarded—because in the land of a thousand gods, someone always looks after both the emperor and the peasant. And magical beings—sacred turtles, phoenixes, tigers, dragons, and even Chinese unicorns—serve not only as symbols of all that is beautiful, but also act on par with the heroes.