Chinese Zodiac Myth: The Fascinating Story Behind the 12 Animals 

Written by Sharvan Kumar

The Great Race

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The Rat's Cleverness

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The Role of the Cat

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The Dragon

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Animals

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Animal

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Zodiac &Chinese

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