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7+ YearsPublisher | Tuttle Publishing |
ISBN 13 | 9784805315019 |
ISBN 10 | 4805315016 |
Book Subtitle | Samurai Tales, Ghost Stories, Legends, Fairy Tales, Myths And Historical Accounts |
Book Description | Japanese Legends and Folklore invites English speakers into the intriguing world of Japanese folktales, ghost stories and historical eyewitness accounts. With a fascinating selection of stories about Japanese culture and history, A. B. Mitford who lived and worked in Japan as a British diplomat presents a broad cross section of tales from many Japanese sources. Discover more about practically every aspect of Japanese life from myths and legends to society and religion. |
About the Author | A. B. Mitford (Lord Redesdale) was a British author and diplomat. He was attache at the British legation in Edo (Tokyo) at the beginning of Japan's turbulent Meiji Restoration and was witness to Japan's opening to the West. His writings were hugely popular and helped shape the West's understanding of Japanese culture. |
Language | English |
Author | A. B. Mitford |
Publication Date | 5-Mar-19 |
Number of Pages | 320 |
Japanese Legends And Folklore: Samurai Tales, Ghost Stories, Legends, Fairy Tales, Myths And Historical Accounts paperback english - 5-Mar-19