The Book of Mountains and Seas (Shan Hai Jing) is one of the most interesting ancient Chinese works, combining mythology, natural science and legend into a fascinating whole. Often described as one of the three most amazing books of antiquity, this classic offers a glimpse into a world where fact and fantasy are naturally intertwined.
The work captures the findings from the field of geography, botany, zoology and cosmology and contains descriptions 128 unique animal species, often with fantastic features - many of them have inspired Chinese art, literature and modern culture.
"The Book of Mountains and Seas" is not only a document of its time, but also a living legend, which presents the ancient Chinese view of the world and nature as a whole, full of mystery and wonder.
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