Queen of heaven, the

Start your familiar with the enigmatic world of Far East with the Chinese Fairy Book ? the collection of seventy-four traditional Chinese folk tales. Beautiful princesses, kind and evil sorcerers, anthropomorphic animals, otherworld ghosts and other characters are waiting for you to present the magic world of ancient China. ?The Queen of Heaven? is a story, narrated about the goddess of seamen, who was worshiped in all coast towns. She is the patroness of the sea, and all her thoughts are uninterruptedly turned toward aiding the drowning in their distress. When sailors are unexpectedly attacked by wind and waves, they call on her and she is always ready to hear their pleas. This legend is principally made up of local tales of Fukien province, and a variation of the Indian Maritschi. Read the classic example of Chinese folk legends and enjoy it!