{"product_id":"9788417419783","title":"TRADITIONAL JAPANESE TALES POCKET EDITION","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJAPANESE TRADITIONAL TALES POCKET EDITION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive anthology brings together a selection of historical legends, mythological narratives, and Japanese folktales collected by Richard Gordon Smith during his time in Japan during the Belle Époque. The reader will find a treasure trove of stories that explore magical Japan, populated by ghosts, specters, and supernatural creatures, offering a unique window into the oral tradition and collective imagination of Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work presents a carefully curated selection of traditional Japanese tales ranging from historical legends to mythological narratives. Each story transports the reader to an ancestral Japan where the supernatural intertwines with daily life. The tales include appearances of ghosts and specters, as well as fables that convey moral and cultural teachings typical of Japanese tradition. The collection compiled by Richard Gordon Smith during his stay in Japan in the Belle Époque offers a unique perspective on a world in transformation, capturing the essence of Japanese oral narrative before its modernization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical Japanese legends narrating significant episodes from the country's past\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMythological narratives exploring the origins of traditions and beliefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGhost and specter stories reflecting Japanese culture's relationship with the supernatural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePopular fables conveying traditional moral values and teachings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese oral tradition documented during the Belle Époque period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at readers interested in Japanese culture and traditions, lovers of mythology and folklore, as well as those who enjoy fantastic fiction and popular legends. It is also especially recommended for students of Japanese culture, writers seeking inspiration from oral tradition, and anyone wishing to immerse themselves in Japan's collective imagination through its most representative tales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to a unique collection of traditional Japanese tales documented during the Belle Époque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDeep understanding of Japanese mythology and folklore through authentic accounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eImmersion in the magical and supernatural Japan that has inspired contemporary popular culture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKnowledge of the historical legends and narratives that have shaped Japanese cultural identity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: GORDON SMITH, RICHARD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: SATORI EDICIONES C.B.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION, MYTHS AND LEGENDS TOLD AS FICTION, SHORT STORIES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: ESENCIALES SATORI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Pocket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: June 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 480\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 597 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis anthology represents an exceptional opportunity to access a historical collection of traditional Japanese tales that documents the richness of the Japanese oral tradition. The work stands out for its documentary value and its ability to transport the reader to an ancestral Japan, offering a reading experience that combines entertainment with cultural knowledge. It is especially relevant for those seeking to understand the roots of the Japanese imagination and its influence on contemporary culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SATORI EDICIONES C.B.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407452758363,"sku":"9788417419783","price":17.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841741978.jpg?v=1781856296","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788417419783","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}