Gleanings from Chinese folklore

A collection of translated and retold Chinese folk narratives—myths, legends, moral tales, proverbs, and everyday anecdotes—presented alongside personal sketches of the author’s experiences in China and memorial contributions from associates. The pieces illuminate customary beliefs, family obligations, encounters with the supernatural, and practical wisdom, with brief notes to clarify cultural references. Material is arranged to offer readable retellings that combine storytelling with contextual explanation, aiming to convey both the narrative variety of folk tradition and glimpses of social life through the author’s observations and the memories of colleagues.