The Japanese Myths: A Guide to Gods, Heroes and Spirits

by Joshua Frydman

Hardcover, 2022

Status

Available

Call number

BL2203 .F79

Genres

Publication

Thames and Hudson Ltd (2022), Edition: 1, 224 pages

Description

An illustrated guide to the fantastic world of Japanese myths: retelling the stories and exploring how Japanese mythology has changed over time, as new gods, heroes, and spirits have entered the canon.

User reviews

LibraryThing member ltsmith
Can be a bit heavy going in some sections and getting your tongue around the names is not easy. However, it is a informative read and highlights that possibility that everyone's cultural history could have started from a common story.
Cannot wait to read the others in the series

Language

English

Original language

English

Physical description

224 p.; 8 inches

ISBN

0500252319 / 9780500252314

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