Fuxi's Creation of the World is an epic literary work funded by Tianshui Normal University research project. Set against the ancient pre‑historical backdrop of Dadiwan and Tianshui, the book reconstructs the mythic age of Fuxi and Nüwa. Centered on the Snake Tribe's daily life, customs, spiritual beliefs and tribal conflicts, it vividly portrays legendary figures including Fuxi, Nüwa, Zhu'er, Bird‑Child, Fire Spirit, Black Bear and chieftains of neighbouring tribes.
The narrative unfolds across multiple grand storylines: Fuxi establishes marriage rituals using paired deer hides as betrothal gifts; humanity masters fire‑making techniques to conquer bitter cold; primitive pottery, fishing nets, stringed musical instruments and the Eight Trigrams are invented; Nüwa mends the broken heavens with five‑coloured stones at the cost of her own life; multi‑tribe wars, reconciliation and cultural integration take place; alongside tender youthful love, loss, sacrifice, reflections on war and peace, and profound philosophical contemplation over the relationship between humankind and all living things.
Blending myth, folklore and poetic prose, this volume depicts the dawn of Chinese civilisation. It explores ancient people's understanding of love, duty, compassion, order and the natural world, presenting the hardships and spiritual brilliance of early ancestors as they marched toward civilisation.
