The world's oldest myth

The oldest myth in China was the Great Wilderness East Sutra in the Classic of Mountains and Seas. This myth described a series of mysterious events, legendary creatures, and places from ancient times to the present. It mentioned many supernatural powers and legendary gods such as Taihao, Pangu, and the Eastern Emperor Taiyi. These myths played an important role in ancient Chinese culture and were regarded as one of the important forms of inheriting ancestral culture and beliefs.

The oldest novel in the world is 'Robinson', first published in 1719.

The world's oldest novel is often considered to be 'The Tale of Genji' written by Murasaki Shikibu in 11th - century Japan. It is a complex and detailed work that offers insights into the court life of that era, with rich characterizations and descriptions of relationships, society, and culture.

In December 1981, archaeologists from the United States and Spain discovered the world's oldest temple in a cave near the port city of Santander in northern Spain. This well-preserved temple was built in the early Stone Age, 14,000 years ago. The temple was located at the entrance of the cave, covering an area of about 11 square meters. In the center was a sacrificial board 1.8 meters long, 1.2 meters wide, 15 centimeters thick, weighing about 1 ton, and a unique stone statue. The stone statue was about 35 centimeters tall, 33 centimeters wide, and 45 centimeters thick. It was placed on a small mound facing the entrance of the cave. The stone sculpture was divided into two parts. One half was a bearded human face, and the other half was an animal face. The discovery of this stone carving head was of great significance in archaeology and attracted the attention of scholars.

The author of the world's oldest novel, which is 'The Tale of Genji', is Murasaki Shikibu. She was a lady - in - waiting in the imperial court of Japan during the Heian period. Her position in the court likely gave her the insights and experiences that she used to write such a detailed and nuanced story about court life and relationships.

The world's oldest surviving novel is 'The Tale of Genji' written by Murasaki Shikibu in the 11th century in Japan. It is a significant work of Japanese literature that offers a detailed look into the court life of that era, with complex characters and intricate relationships.

The oldest epic in the world is Homer. Homer's Epic was a literary work that had been passed down from ancient Greece. It described the heroes, mythical figures, and historical events of the ancient Greek civilization. It was considered an important part of ancient Greek culture and one of the classics in the history of world literature. Although other epics have been passed down from ancient times, Homer is considered the oldest and most important, so it is known as the king of epics in the world.

Well, one of the contenders for the title of the oldest fiction is the Egyptian 'Tale of Sinuhe'. It was written during the Middle Kingdom period. This story follows Sinuhe, an official, who flees Egypt and has various experiences in foreign lands. It gives us a great insight into the culture and values of that time.

The oldest cartoon is 'Fantasmagorie'. It marked an important beginning in the history of cartoons, laying the foundation for future developments in animation. It was a revolutionary piece at the time it was made.