Momotaro; or, Little Peachling by Anonymous
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Author | Anonymous |
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Title |
Momotaro; or, Little Peachling Japanese Fairy Tale Series No. 1 |
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Summary | "Momotaro; or, Little Peachling" by Anonymous is a classic Japanese fairy tale written during the late 19th century. This engaging story is part of a broader tradition of folklore and children’s literature, focusing on themes of bravery, adventure, and friendship. The tale introduces readers to the eponymous hero, Momotaro, who embarks on a quest to confront the forces of evil represented by devils on a distant island. In the story, Momotaro, a boy born from a giant peach found by an old couple, grows strong and determined to defeat the devilish beings who have been troubling his homeland. He gathers companions—a dog, a monkey, and a pheasant—by sharing his dumplings with them. Together, they journey to the island of the devils, where Momotaro bravely battles the chief devil, Akandoji. After a fierce struggle, Momotaro overcomes him, claiming the riches of the devils and returning home as a hero, celebrated and enriched by his adventure. This tale encapsulates the values of cooperation, courage, and the joy of returning home after a successful quest. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
Subject | Folklore -- Japan |
Subject | Fairy tales -- Japan |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 33051 |
Release Date | Jul 2, 2010 |
Most Recently Updated | Feb 28, 2017 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 122 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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