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Good Fox, Bad Fox.
- Source :
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China Today . Oct2007, Vol. 56 Issue 10, p62-66. 5p. 3 Color Photographs, 2 Illustrations. - Publication Year :
- 2007
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Abstract
- The article focuses on fox spirits in "Strange Tales from Make-do Studio," personifying beautiful creatures that embody virtues of love, fidelity, generosity and the heart to serve others. It cites the story "Hengniang," as one the most famous foxy stories. "Hengniang" plot depicts an ordinary husband, wife and mistress love triangle while another foxy story, Jiaona depicts friendship and love among mortals and foxes. In the story Jiaona sacrifices her life to help her brother's friend.
- Subjects :
- *CHINESE fables
*FOXES in literature
*STORY plots
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 10030905
- Volume :
- 56
- Issue :
- 10
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- China Today
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- 27670807