The world of fantastical characters in "The Story of LangBiang" by Nguyen Nhat Anh

Abstract

In Vietnamese children's literature, Nguyen Nhat Anh is widely recognized as a "magician" for his exceptional success in the fantasy genre. The Story of LangBiang exemplifies this achievement through its richly imagined fantastical world. The novel's captivating appeal and profound humanistic message emerge from its intricate construction of extraordinary characters, mythical beings, settings, and magical elements. This article focuses on analyzing the world of fantastical characters as a central component of the work's broader fantasy framework, highlighting how Nguyen Nhat Anh crafts imagination and emotion into a meaningful narrative experience.