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Japanese Myths & Legends

Tales of Heroes, Gods & Monsters

Contributions by Gouranga Charan Pradhan / Introduction by Jun'ichi Isomae and Hiroshi Araki
Published by Flame Tree Collections
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book

Beautiful edition with a new introduction to the heroes and bittersweet romances of ancient Japanese tales, highlighting the origins of modern fiction in myth and fable.

Gorgeous Collector's Edition. Legends of the Sea, Bells, Mirrors and Tea, Japanese mythology is delightful and enigmatic, full of spirits, gods and legendary creatures. It draws on Buddhist and Shinto traditions to explain the nature of the world of the island of Japan, the mystical Mount Fuji and the heavenly status of the long line of emperors. The warrior class of the imperial court, and the natural spirits of the countryside represent parallel and interdependent aspects of Japanese society, explored through ancient legend and folklore.

Flame Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative fiction, authors, myths and tales without which the imaginative literature of the twentieth century would not exist, bringing the best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking and collectable library. Each book features a new introduction and a Glossary of Terms.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Flame Tree Collections (February 21, 2023)
  • Length: 416 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781839648892

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