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Exploring Japan's rich mythological tapestry.

If you're fascinated by folklore, "Myths and Legends of Japan" could become your next literary treasure. Davis takes you on an enchanting journey through Japan's most revered stories, blending the delicate beauty of its culture with the raw edges of its ancient tales. It's not just a read; it's an illustrated cultural odyssey that deepens your appreciation for Japan's profound narrative heritage. Perfect for enthusiasts of mythology or anyone curious about the stories that have shaped Japan’s cultural landscape.

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Myths and Legends of Japan

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ISBN: 9780486270456
Authors: F. Hadland Davis
Publisher: Dover Publications
Date of Publication: 1992-03-23
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Religion, Nature
Related Topics: Asia, History, Spirituality, World History
Goodreads rating: 3.6
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The most popular myths and legends of Japanese culture are charmingly retold in English in this handsomely illustrated book. Here are myths of gods, heroes and warriors; legends of Buddha, and of the goddess Benten and the god Daikoku; tales of the sea and of Mount Fuji; accounts of superstitions and supernatural beings; observations on the spiritual properties of fans, flowers, dolls and butterflies and much more. The collection begins with the early myths of Japan, which the author describes as "quaint, beautiful, quasi-humorous." These are followed by legends celebrating early heroes and warriors, and the earliest examples of the Japanese romance, "The Bamboo-Cutter and the Moon-Maiden." Many of the legends that follow reflect a poetic love of beauty and of nature. But as the author points out, "there is plenty of crude realism in Japanese legend. We are repelled by the Thunder God's favorite repast, amazed by the magical power of foxes and cats; and the story of 'Hōïchi-the-Earless' and of the corpse-eating priest afford striking examples of the combination of the weird and the horrible." Thirty-two full-page illustrations offer compelling images of Buddha and the Dragon; A Kakemono Ghost; The Jelly-Fish and the Monkey; The Firefly Battle; Tokoyo and the Sea Serpent; Sengen, the Goddess of Mount Fuji; and other subjects of
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Exploring Japan's rich mythological tapestry.

If you're fascinated by folklore, "Myths and Legends of Japan" could become your next literary treasure. Davis takes you on an enchanting journey through Japan's most revered stories, blending the delicate beauty of its culture with the raw edges of its ancient tales. It's not just a read; it's an illustrated cultural odyssey that deepens your appreciation for Japan's profound narrative heritage. Perfect for enthusiasts of mythology or anyone curious about the stories that have shaped Japan’s cultural landscape.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.