Shen Haibo 
Overview of ‘The Classic of Mountains and Seas’ [EPUB ebook] 

The Classic of Mountains and Seas’ is recognized as a book of extraordinary content, encompassing a wide range of topics and can be regarded as a treasure trove for studying the society and history of ancient China. However, ‘The Classic of Mountains and Seas’ is not an easy read, with many complex disputes over its nature, the era in which it was written, the authorship, and the relationship between the text and illustrations. Professor Shen Haibo has studied ‘The Classic of Mountains and Seas’ for many years and has written the book ‘A General Knowledge of The Classic of Mountains and Seas’ to remove the obstacles for readers in understanding ‘The Classic of Mountains and Seas.’ The author introduces the content of ‘The Classic of Mountains and Seas’ in detail from aspects such as geographical myths, sacrifices, witchcraft and shamanism, and astronomy and calendar systems. He provides an in-depth analysis of the mythological and historical logic in ‘The Classic of Mountains and Seas’ and also discusses the compilation, versions, and historical impact of ‘The Classic of Mountains and Seas’ specifically. Reading this book allows readers to systematically understand the text and content of ‘The Classic of Mountains and Seas, ‘ to travel through the mountains and rivers of ancient society, to appreciate the wonders and beasts, and to enhance their understanding of the wisdom of ancestors and their cognition of ancient culture.