Myths & Legends of Japan by F. Hadland Davis
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"Myths & Legends of Japan" by F. Hadland Davis is a collection of folk tales and mythical stories, likely written in the early 20th century. The work explores the rich tapestry of Japanese mythology, featuring various deities, legendary figures, and transformative narratives that reflect the culture and beliefs of Japan. Readers will find themselves immersed in fascinating tales that celebrate the gods, spirits, and heroes unique to this enchanting land. At the
start of the book, the reader is introduced to the foundational cosmogony of Japanese mythology, describing the primordial state of Heaven and Earth and the creation of the deities like Izanagi and Izanami. This cosmic narrative is followed by a deeper exploration of key figures such as the sun goddess Ama-terasu and her siblings. The opening portion sets the stage for subsequent stories about various legends, including the deeds of heroic figures intertwined with the struggles between good and evil, all while emphasizing the importance of nature and divine influence in Japan's tradition. Through these tales, Davis brings to life the uniqueness of Japanese cultural heritage and mythos. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Davis, F. Hadland (Frederick Hadland), 1882-1956 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Paul, Evelyn, 1883-1963 |
| Title | Myths & Legends of Japan |
| Alternate Title | Myths and Legends of Japan |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Madelaine Kilsby and Marc D'Hooghe (www.freeliterature.org) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (archive.org) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore |
| Subject | Folklore -- Japan |
| Subject | Legends -- Japan |
| Subject | Mythology, Japanese |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 45723 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-45723-9 |
| Release Date | May 23, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1677 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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