The realm of Chinese mythology is vast and rich, with stories that have been passed down for generations. These tales often revolve around gods, goddesses, and supernatural creatures that inhabit a world beyond our own. In recent years, there has been an increased interest in translating these stories into English to make them accessible to a global audience. However, many translations are lengthy and may not hold the attention of modern readers who are accustomed to concise content.

This is where "Chinese Mythology Stories in English: A Brief Edition" comes in – a collection of carefully selected mythic tales that have been condensed without losing their essence. The aim is to provide readers with an engaging introduction to the world of Chinese mythology while maintaining brevity.

The Monkey King's Adventures

One of the most well-known figures in Chinese mythology is Sun Wukong, also known as the Monkey King. His story begins when he discovers a magical peach that allows him to become immortal and gain incredible powers. With his newfound abilities, he becomes involved in various adventures involving other mythical creatures such as dragons and phoenixes.

In this brief edition of "Chinese Mythology Stories," Sun Wukong's exploits are presented through several short chapters focusing on key events like his battle against heavenly forces or his friendship with Zhu Bajie (also known as Pigsy) – another main character from the classic novel Journey to the West.

Chang'e: The Goddess of Moon

Chang'e is one half-human half-moon deity who lives alone on the moon after she consumes an elixir meant for immortality given by her husband Houyi – archer god who saved China from ten suns during solar eclipses by shooting down nine out of ten suns using his arrows.

This version includes three parts:

Her journey up into heaven where she takes advantage of immortality elixir.

Her solitude on moon due to eating it.

She gives birth twin sons Chang'er (her reflection) & Yin-Yang; they go back home after death but stay together till end times.

Nüwa - Creator Goddess

Nüwa was born from stones created by Pan Gu at dawn when sky still rested upon Earth creating humans before becoming creator herself making all things including animals mountains rivers etc., later saving humanity twice more by killing monsters threatening it's existence

4.Ye Zhizheng: Master Of Time And Space

Ye Zhizheng was said be able live backwards living past forwards then reversing time so old man became young again repeating cycle constantly yet never aging till finally dying just once .He could travel space instantly visiting places far away even distant planets

5.Li Tieguai - Iron Crutch Monk

Li Tieguai lived under bridge near river suffering illness which left him blind & disabled until finding crutch made entirely iron . He used it walking healing others sharing teachings Buddhism eventually reaching enlightenment himself

6.Wu Zetian - Only Female Emperor

Wu Zetian rose power within Tang dynasty starting off low-ranking concubine becoming empress consort ,then deposed emperor ,deposed second emperor regaining throne herself making history only female emperor recorded

Each chapter provides an overview along with vivid descriptions allowing readers easily grasp core aspects while being succinct enough not overwhelm anyone unfamiliar with original myths .