Myths of Japan

Meet the Gods, Creatures, and Heroes of Ancient Japan

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<p><b>A beautifully illustrated collection of more than 25 Japanese myths retold for children aged 7-9.</b><br><br>Enter a world of powerful gods, extraordinary creatures and brave warriors in this thrilling compendium of Japanese myths. With more than 25 exciting tales backed up by fascinating historical information, this is a must-have introduction for young readers intrigued by the world of ancient Japanese culture and mythology.<br><br>From the creation of the world to the first emperors, this book charts the full sweep of Japanese myth, revealing fascinating aspects of ancient Japanese ritual and customs along the way. Meet a whole host of mischievous creatures, such as the shapeshifting fox-spirit <i>kitsune </i>and the turtle-like <i>kappa </i>who loves cucumbers and sumo-wrestling! Say hello to the mighty gods and emperors, including the legendary first emperor of Japan, Jimmu and the powerful sun goddess Amaterasu, the chief deity in Shintoism.<br><br><b>This book on Japanese myths for kids offers:</b></p><ul><li><b>More than 25 stories compellingly retold:</b> Explores ancient Japanese culture through legends, including <i>Momotaro: the Boy Born from a Peach</i> and <i>Yuki-Onna: the Snow Woman</i>.</li><li><b>Award-winning artist:</b> Original and stylised illustrations by multi-award-winning artist Katie Ponder on every page.</li><li><b>Historical context: </b>Combines the appeal of exciting narrative stories with a handy reference section that sets the stories in context.</li><li><b>In-depth core-reference material:</b> Includes profiles of the gods, heroes, and creatures of ancient Japan, complete with a pronunciation guide.</li><li><b>Premium design:</b> Features a beautifully crafted cover with gold foil finishes and gilded edges, making it the perfect gift.</li></ul><p>It's time to meet mischief-making creatures like the <i>kappa</i>, say hello to the powerful sun goddess Amaterasu, and accompany the legendary emperor Jimmu on a mythical journey acr

Artikeldetails

EAN

9780241740262

Sprache

Englisch

Einband / Art

Buch

Maße

282 x 232 x 21 mm

Erscheinungsjahr

2026

Verlag / Hersteller

Dorling Kindersley Ltd.