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The Butterfly Lovers: China's Folktales Explained

The Butterfly Lovers: China's Folktales Explained

Yu, Allison

Paperback

Mythology & FolkloreFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 9888904949
ISBN13: 9789888904945
Publisher: Earnshaw Books Ltd
Published: Jul 24 2026
Pages: 164
Weight: 0.39
Height: 0.41 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English

A timeless collection of China's most beloved folktales - retold, reimagined, and brought vividly to life. In The Butterfly Lovers, Allison Yu presents a rich tapestry of classic Chinese love stories, from the tragic devotion of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai to the enduring bonds of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl, and the mystical passion of the Legend of the White Snake. These tales, passed down through generations, explore the universal pursuit of happiness - its risks, its sacrifices, and its deeply human contradictions. Blending elegant storytelling with thoughtful reflection, Yu explores how these stories differ from - and resonate with - Western traditions. Here, happiness is not fixed or fated, but shaped through relationships, choices, and the delicate balance between personal desire and social obligation. Both enchanting and insightful, this collection invites readers to rediscover ancient stories that continue to speak powerfully to modern lives.

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