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Sun Wu Kong, born of a stone egg, king of the wild monkeys: God of Mischief. Fuxi, part woman, part dragon, inventor of marriage: Goddess of Humankind. Menshen, protectors of dreams, guards of bedroom doors: Gods of Peaceful Sleep. The people of ancient China believed in countless deities who brought good fortune or bad luck; good health, wealth, and happiness; success or failure to every aspect of life. In bold paintings and compelling text, Fisher describes seventeen of these towering figures: detailing their accomplishments, their deeds, and their powers. A map, bibliography, and pronunciation guide are included.
Synopsis
The people of ancient China believed in countless deities who brought good fortune or bad luck; good health, wealth, and happiness; success or failure to every aspect of life. Here are sixteen of these towering figures: their accomplishments, their deeds, their powers, and how they reflected the lives and activities of the mortals on Earth.