Into the Procelain Pillow

Into the Porcelain Pillow, compiled by Li Fang and others of the Song dynasty includes 101 tales from Records of the Taiping Era and comprises works in the categories of 'Gods and Spirits' and 'Man and Life'. The stories of 'Gods and Spirits' are full of wisdom, while those of 'Man and Life' are endearing and exotic. Products of a liberal and romantic era in China's history, these exquisite and marvellous stories encapsulate the imagination and creativity of the ancient Chinese people. They have had a lasting impact on the thinking of Chinese people, their folk customs and everyday life through the ages. The lavish illustrations of the plots of these stories will lead readers into a mysterious world.