{"product_id":"japanese-mythology-monsters-spirits-and-powerful-deities-a-journey-through-the-myths-and-legends-of-ancient-japan-paperback","title":"Japanese Mythology: Monsters, Spirits, and Powerful Deities. A Journey Through the Myths and Legends of Ancient Japan - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJim Barrow\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJapanese Mythology: A Journey into the Depths of Japan's Tradition of Myths and Legends\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eHave you ever wondered where the inspiration for samurai or anime heroes comes from? Would you like to uncover the mysteries behind Japan's rich and diverse culture?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn a country as \u003cb\u003edynamic\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eparadoxical\u003c\/b\u003e as \u003cb\u003eJapan\u003c\/b\u003e-where towering skyscrapers stand alongside ancient temples, and the sacredness of nature contrasts with industrial demands that threaten the environment-the deep roots of \u003cb\u003etradition\u003c\/b\u003e remain a captivating enigma filled with \u003cb\u003elegendary stories\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis book explores fascinating tales, like the myth of \u003ci\u003eIzanagi and Izanami\u003c\/i\u003e, siblings who played a crucial role in the creation of Japan, giving birth to the elemental Kami, deities representing key aspects of Japan's natural and cultural identity. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Japanese Mythology: Monsters, Spirits, and Powerful Deities. A Journey Through the Myths and Legends of Ancient Japan\"\u003c\/i\u003e is a unique attempt to bridge the gap between the nation's cutting-edge technology and its deep, spiritual connection to the untamed forces of nature. You will embark on a journey through the oldest Japanese traditions, encountering \u003cb\u003edemons, monsters, ghosts, and intangible powers that govern the cosmos\u003c\/b\u003e. Despite the geographical distance, these benevolent and malevolent forces reveal \u003ci\u003euniversal human hopes and fears\u003c\/i\u003e-reminding us that we're not so different after all. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAs you read, these \u003cb\u003estories\u003c\/b\u003e will transform from something unfamiliar and exotic into tales that feel both \u003cb\u003ecomforting\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003erelatable\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eIn this book, you'll discover: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe history of Japanese mythology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe origins of the world according to ancient Japanese texts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey myths of Japan and their evolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e... and much more. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnveil the mysteries of the Land of the Rising Sun!\u003c\/b\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 176\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.38 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 10, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47519659163869,"sku":"9798342622592","price":20.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/9867\/8237\/files\/cWqM0v6i3L9798342622592.webp?v=1772231819","url":"https:\/\/handfulofbooks.com\/products\/japanese-mythology-monsters-spirits-and-powerful-deities-a-journey-through-the-myths-and-legends-of-ancient-japan-paperback","provider":"Handful of Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}