Asian Moon Hunters: Japanese kitsune, Chinese huli jing, and Siberian wolf-shamans

When the moon rises over Asia, ancient hunters begin their eternal chase...For thousands of years, the peoples of East Asia and Siberia have whispered of spirits that walk between worlds-the cunning Japanese kitsune with their nine tails, the seductive Chinese huli jing who master immortal arts, and the fierce Siberian wolf-shamans who guide souls through the darkness.In Asian Moon Hunters, folklorist David G. Stone unveils the rich tapestry of lunar shapeshifter mythology that spans from the rice fields of Japan to the frozen tundra of Siberia. Drawing from ancient texts, oral traditions, and field research, Stone reveals how these mystical beings have shaped cultures, inspired artists, and continue to capture imaginations today.Discover the hidden connections between these legendary moon hunters and explore why their stories remain as powerful today as they were centuries ago. This is more than mythology it's a journey into the soul of Asian spirituality.