Japan In History, Folklore, And Art

Japan In History, Folklore, And Art

William Elliot Griffis

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2006
Materia
Historia de Asia
ISBN:
9781428633377
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''Japan In History, Folklore, And Art'' is a comprehensive book written by William Elliot Griffis that explores the rich cultural heritage of Japan. The book delves into the country’s history, folklore, and art, providing readers with a deep understanding of the Japanese way of life. The author covers a wide range of topics, from the early days of Japan’s history to its modern-day culture. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Japanese culture. The first section covers the early history of Japan, including the rise of the samurai and the influence of Buddhism and Shintoism. The second section explores Japanese folklore, including myths and legends, fairy tales, and ghost stories. The third section discusses Japanese art, including painting, sculpture, and architecture. The book is filled with beautiful illustrations that help to bring the stories and art to life. Overall, ''Japan In History, Folklore, And Art'' is an essential read for anyone interested in Japanese culture and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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