The Chinese Dragon - L Newton Hayes - Bog

The Chinese Dragon by L. Newton Hayes is a comprehensive book that explores the history, mythology, symbolism, and cultural significance of the Chinese dragon. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which delves into a different aspect of the dragon's role in Chinese culture. The first chapter provides an overview of the dragon's history, tracing its origins back to ancient Chinese mythology and examining its evolution over time. The second chapter explores the symbolism of the dragon, examining its various meanings and associations in Chinese culture. The third chapter looks at the dragon's role in Chinese folklore and literature, examining its portrayal in classic works such as Journey to the West and The Water Margin. The fourth chapter focuses on the dragon's place in Chinese art, examining its depiction in painting, sculpture, and other forms of visual art. The fifth chapter examines the dragon's role in Chinese festivals and celebrations, exploring its significance in events such as the Dragon Boat Festival and Chinese New Year. The final chapter looks at the dragon's role in modern Chinese culture, examining its continued relevance in contemporary China and its influence on Chinese popular culture.Overall, The Chinese Dragon provides a fascinating and comprehensive exploration of one of the most iconic symbols in Chinese culture, offering insight into its history, mythology, and cultural significance.1922. The dragon is one of the more common ornaments found in Chinese design. The author was born in China and spoke the language as a native. He studied the subject of the Chinese dragon for fourteen years and traveled extensively to gather his research for this book. This little book is of value to all persons interested in China. Contains 28 illustrations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.