Description: "A comprehensive overview of Chinese mythology and folk religion"--]cProvided by publisher.
Brief description: Xueting Christine Ni describes herself as an intrepid agent of Chinese pop culture and frequently gives talks on Chinese tea culture, animation, punk music, classical literature, and cuisine. She currently lives in the suburbs of London with her partner and their cat, both of whom are learning Chinese. Visit her at www.snowpavilion.co.uk.
Review Quotes: "I have yet to be as pleased or as excited as I am at the opportunity to join in the celebration of Xueting Christine Ni's debut, From Kuan Yin to Chairman Mao. If you seek a primer text on the Chinese pantheon of divinities, then look no further. Luminous and detailed, this is an encyclopedic treasure trove that now renders the gods and goddesses of Eastern lore accessible to the West. Edifying, scholarly, and yet a sparkling, mesmerizing read, From Kuan Yin to Chairman Mao is a personal favorite in my library."--Benebell Wen, author of The Tao of Craft: Fu Talismans and Casting Sigils in the Eastern Esoteric Tradition