Chinese Fables and Folk Stories
1908
Chinese Fables and Folk Stories, published in 1908 by Mary Hayes Davis and Chow Leung, is the first collection of Chinese fables printed in English. This compilation includes 37 traditional narratives that convey moral lessons and cultural values through engaging tales, often featuring animals and mythical elements. The book is recognized for its reliability as a scholarly resource on Chinese folklore and has been widely reprinted and translated into French. Each story is illustrated by unnamed Chinese artists, enhancing the cultural context of the narratives.
