Drawing on the sun moon dragon phoenix Nuwa Yandi Huangdi and other widely circulated
cultural elements as examples this book addresses the development and evolution of the most
representative Chinese creation myths regarding nature totems ancestors and saints. The book
not only interprets key creation myths but also elaborates on the connection between the myths
and some of the core values and concepts in Chinese civilization. For example the long and
jade culture is rooted in the Yellow Emperor's revered jade weapon. Further the book reveals
the kernels of truth in the myths by presenting new research findings and research methods.
