SuaveG – The Gentle Path

Chinese mythology, folktales, and literature

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  • The tragic end of Qu Yuan [Warring States]

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    Rob

    In the state of Chu, the minister Qu Yuan had long warned against the treachery of King Zhaoxiang of Qin. He repeatedly urged King Huai of Chu to ally with Qi against Qin. But King Huai, swayed by the likes of Jin Shang (accepted bribes from Zhang Yi, prime minister of Qin) and Gongzi…

  • The Cricket

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    Ana

    During the Xuande Reign period of the Ming Dynasty, cricket fighting became a popular amusement in the imperial palace. Every year, the insects were collected from localities across the country.

  • Protected: Huang Jiulang

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    Ana

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