From the fantastical creatures of the Classic of Mountains and Seas to shapeshifting spirits in ancient tales, Eastern literature has long explored the boundary between humans and beasts. This talk examines how ancient Eastern mythology, tales of the supernatural, and classical literature portrayed animals, humanity, and transformation — and how these ideas can be viewed alongside modern furry culture. Join us as we travel through a thousand years of stories and discover the fascinating connections and differences between ancient and modern imaginings of the beast.
