搜神記 volume 1-3 By: Bao Gan (fl. 317-322)
Bao Gan's 搜神記 volume 1-3 is a captivating collection of stories that delve into the supernatural world of ancient China. The author's rich imagination and intricate storytelling draw readers into a realm where gods, demons, and humans coexist in a delicate balance. Each story in these volumes is unique and offers a glimpse into different aspects of Chinese mythology and folklore. From shape-shifting fox spirits to powerful deities, the characters in 搜神記 are both compelling and diverse. Bao Gan expertly weaves together threads of history, fantasy, and philosophy to create a tapestry of tales that are both entertaining and thought-provoking. One of the standout features of these volumes is the beautiful prose that Bao Gan employs. His writing is lyrical and evocative, transporting readers to a world full of magic and mystery. The intricate world-building and attention to detail in each story add depth and complexity to the narrative, making it a truly immersive reading experience. Overall, 搜神記 volume 1-3 is a must-read for lovers of mythology, fantasy, and Chinese literature. Bao Gan's storytelling prowess and vivid imagination make this collection a captivating journey into the supernatural realm of ancient China. First Page: 搜神記卷一　　神農以赭鞭鞭百草，盡知其平毒寒溫之性，臭味所主，以播百穀，故天下號神農也。　　赤松子者，神農時雨師也，服冰玉散，以教神農，能入火不燒。至崑崙山，常入西王母石室中，隨風雨上下。炎帝少女追之，亦得仙，俱去。至高辛時，復為雨師，遊人間。今之雨師本是焉。　　赤將子轝者，黃帝時人也。不食五穀，而啗百草華。至堯時，為木工。能隨風雨上下。時於市門中賣繳，故亦謂之繳父。　　寧封子，黃帝時人也。世傳為黃帝陶正，有異人過之，為其掌火。能出五色煙。久則以教封子，封子積火自燒，而隨煙氣上下。視其灰燼，猶有其骨。時人共葬之寧北山中。故謂之寧封子。　　偓佺者，槐山採藥父也。好食松實。形體生毛，長七寸。兩目更方。能飛行逐走馬。以松子遺堯，堯不暇服。松者，簡松也。時受服者，皆三百歲。　　彭祖者，殷時大夫也。姓錢，名鏗。帝顓頊之孫，陸終氏之中子。歷夏而至商末，號七百歲。常食桂芝。歷陽有彭祖仙室。前世云：禱請風雨，莫不輒應。常有兩虎在祠左右。今日祠之訖地，則有兩虎跡。　　師門者，嘯父弟子也。能使火。食桃葩。為孔甲龍師。孔甲不能修其心意 ... Continue reading book >>

搜神記 volume 1-3 By: Bao Gan (fl. 317-322)

Bao Gan's 搜神記 volume 1-3 is a captivating collection of stories that delve into the supernatural world of ancient China. The author's rich imagination and intricate storytelling draw readers into a realm where gods, demons, and humans coexist in a delicate balance.

Each story in these volumes is unique and offers a glimpse into different aspects of Chinese mythology and folklore. From shape-shifting fox spirits to powerful deities, the characters in 搜神記 are both compelling and diverse. Bao Gan expertly weaves together threads of history, fantasy, and philosophy to create a tapestry of tales that are both entertaining and thought-provoking.

One of the standout features of these volumes is the beautiful prose that Bao Gan employs. His writing is lyrical and evocative, transporting readers to a world full of magic and mystery. The intricate world-building and attention to detail in each story add depth and complexity to the narrative, making it a truly immersive reading experience.

Overall, 搜神記 volume 1-3 is a must-read for lovers of mythology, fantasy, and Chinese literature. Bao Gan's storytelling prowess and vivid imagination make this collection a captivating journey into the supernatural realm of ancient China.

First Page:

搜神記卷一

　　神農以赭鞭鞭百草，盡知其平毒寒溫之性，臭味所主，以播百穀，故天下號神農也。

　　赤松子者，神農時雨師也，服冰玉散，以教神農，能入火不燒。至崑崙山，常入西王母石室中，隨風雨上下。炎帝少女追之，亦得仙，俱去。至高辛時，復為雨師，遊人間。今之雨師本是焉。

　　赤將子轝者，黃帝時人也。不食五穀，而啗百草華。至堯時，為木工。能隨風雨上下。時於市門中賣繳，故亦謂之繳父。

　　寧封子，黃帝時人也。世傳為黃帝陶正，有異人過之，為其掌火。能出五色煙。久則以教封子，封子積火自燒，而隨煙氣上下。視其灰燼，猶有其骨。時人共葬之寧北山中。故謂之寧封子。

　　偓佺者，槐山採藥父也。好食松實。形體生毛，長七寸。兩目更方。能飛行逐走馬。以松子遺堯，堯不暇服。松者，簡松也。時受服者，皆三百歲。

　　彭祖者，殷時大夫也。姓錢，名鏗。帝顓頊之孫，陸終氏之中子。歷夏而至商末，號七百歲。常食桂芝。歷陽有彭祖仙室。前世云：禱請風雨，莫不輒應。常有兩虎在祠左右。今日祠之訖地，則有兩虎跡。

　　師門者，嘯父弟子也。能使火。食桃葩。為孔甲龍師。孔甲不能修其心意 ... Continue reading book >>

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搜神記 volume 1-3	搜神記 volume 4-10	搜神記 volume 11-14
搜神記 volume 15-17	搜神記 volume 18-20

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