Description

Myths and Legends of Japan is a comprehensive collection of traditional Japanese folklore and mythology, compiled and translated by F. Hadland Davis. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the creation myths of Japan to the stories of gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, and supernatural creatures such as dragons and foxes. The book is divided into thirteen chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Japanese mythology. The first chapter covers the creation myths, including the story of Izanagi and Izanami, who are said to have created the islands of Japan. Subsequent chapters cover the gods and goddesses of Japan, including Amaterasu, the sun goddess, and Susanoo, the storm god. Other chapters focus on legendary heroes and heroines, such as the warrior Minamoto no Yoshitsune and the female warrior Tomoe Gozen. There are also chapters devoted to ghosts and demons, including the famous story of the ghostly woman Okiku, and the Yokai, a class of supernatural creatures that includes everything from mischievous imps to terrifying monsters. Throughout the book, Davis provides extensive commentary and analysis, placing each myth and legend within its cultural and historical context. The result is a fascinating and comprehensive exploration of Japanese mythology, which will appeal to anyone interested in folklore, mythology, or Japanese culture.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1913 Edition.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.