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山海經

简山海经 · 繁山海經

Mandarin · pinyin Shān hǎi Jīng

Classic of Mountain and Sea, probably compiled c. 500 BC-200 BC, contains wide range of geography, mythology, witchcraft, popular customs etc

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山: shān · mountain, hill, peak
海: hǎi · sea, ocean; maritime
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经: jīng · classic works; pass through

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1–3–1 · Shan1 hai3 Jing1

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Classic of Mountains and Seas (ancient Chinese book of geography and myth)

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