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Author : Olo Adedeji
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 ( download)
Download or read book Edo Mythology written by Olo Adedeji and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Michael Ashkenazi
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 : 1576074684
Total Pages : 396 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (76 download)
Download or read book Handbook of Japanese Mythology written by Michael Ashkenazi and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2003-11-05 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introductory guide to the mythology of Japan—one of the most pervasive yet least understood facets of Japanese culture. Handbook of Japanese Mythology makes it easy to travel this vast yet little-known mythological landscape. The book reveals the origins of Japan's myths in the very different realms of Buddhism, Shinto, and folklore, and explores related mythologies of the Ainu and Okinawan cultures and recent myths arising from Japan's encounters with modernization. It then offers vivid retellings of the central Shinto and Buddhist myths, plus descriptions of major historical figures, icons, rituals, and events. For students or long-time enthusiasts, it is the ideal guide for investigating Japanese reverence for the sun, the imperial family, and the virtues of purity and loyalty. Readers will also learn why sumo wrestlers stomp before each match, how a fussy baby creates thunder, why Japan has a god for soccer, and much more.
Author : Kazuo Nishiyama
Publisher : University of Hawaii Press
ISBN 13 : 0824862295
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (248 download)
Download or read book Edo Culture written by Kazuo Nishiyama and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 1997-03-01 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nishiyama Matsunosuke is one of the most important historians of Tokugawa (Edo) popular culture, yet until now his work has never been translated into a Western language. Edo Culture presents a selection of Nishiyama’s writings that serves not only to provide an excellent introduction to Tokugawa cultural history but also to fill many gaps in our knowledge of the daily life and diversions of the urban populace of the time. Many essays focus on the most important theme of Nishiyama’s work: the seventeenth to nineteenth centuries as a time of appropriation and development of Japan’s culture by its urban commoners. In the first of three main sections, Nishiyama outlines the history of Edo (Tokyo) during the city’s formative years, showing how it was shaped by the constant interaction between its warrior and commoner classes. Next, he discusses the spirit and aesthetic of the Edo native and traces the woodblock prints known as ukiyo-e to the communal activities of the city’s commoners. Section two focuses on the interaction of urban and rural culture during the nineteenth century and on the unprecedented cultural diffusion that occurred with the help of itinerant performers, pilgrims, and touring actors. Among the essays is a delightful and detailed discourse on Tokugawa cuisine. The third section is dedicated to music and theatre, beginning with a study of no, which was patronized mainly by the aristocracy but surprisingly by commoners as well. In separate chapters, Nishiyama analyzes the relation of social classes to musical genres and the aesthetics of kabuki. The final chapter focuses on vaudeville houses supported by the urban masses.
Author : L. M. Cullen
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780521529181
Total Pages : 388 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (291 download)
Download or read book A History of Japan, 1582-1941 written by L. M. Cullen and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2003-05-15 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This 2003 book offers a distinctive overview of the internal and external pressures responsible for the emergence of modern Japan.
Author : Luigi Piccardi
Publisher : Geological Society of London
ISBN 13 : 9781862392168
Total Pages : 366 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (921 download)
Download or read book Myth and Geology written by Luigi Piccardi and published by Geological Society of London. This book was released on 2007 with total page 366 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book is the first peer-reviewed collection of papers focusing on the potential of myth storylines to yield data and lessons that are of value to the geological sciences. Building on the nascent discipline of geomythology, scientists and scholars from a variety of disciplines have contributed to this volume. The geological hazards (such as earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions and cosmic impacts) that have given rise to myths are considered, as are the sacred and cultural values associated with rocks, fossils, geological formations and landscapes. There are also discussions about the historical and literary perspectives of geomythology. Regional coverage includes Europe and the Mediterranean, Afghanistan, Cameroon, India, Australia, Japan, Pacific islands, South America and North America. Myth and Geology challenges the widespread notion that myths are fictitious or otherwise lacking in value for the physical sciences." -- BOOK JACKET.
Author : Peter Metevelis
Publisher : iUniverse
ISBN 13 : 059549711X
Total Pages : 618 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (954 download)
Download or read book Japanese Mythology and the Primeval World written by Peter Metevelis and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2009-05 with total page 618 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Japanese have faithfully preserved their ancient myths as a connected and well ordered system. And as a system, Japanese myths say much about the human condition in the cosmos and about the human place in the cosmic order. Not until now has a book-length, English-language study been released on Japanese mythology. Drawing on his meticulous research, Asianist Peter Metevelis presents this selection of analytic essays that form a mosaic of themes on the primordial world of Japanese myth, adding a rewarding voice to cultural history and the history of ideas around the world. Metevelis shows that, contrary to popular belief, Japanese myths have much in common with other myths around the globe, and are mythically, logically, and symbolically equivalent. This suggests that Japanese culture has always resonated with the rest of the world and provides a valuable touchstone for comparative mythologists. The mythic themes Metevelis explores include: Linkage of birth with death Loss of immortality Containment of souls Effect of time on mortals Creation of the cosmos And many more This incomparable volume also includes detailed notes, bibliographies, and appendices to help further your knowledge of Japanese myth. Under Metevelis's expert guidance, you can expand your understanding of the Japanese myth system, its structure, and its principal actors, and immerse yourself in the ancient Japanese mysteries of the cosmos.
Author : Iro Eweka
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 0714643629
Total Pages : 206 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (146 download)
Download or read book Dawn to Dusk written by Iro Eweka and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 1998 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of Edo (or Benin) folk tales is an oral history of Edo culture and tradition. It tells the story of how the ancient Edo conceived of the world and how they attempted both to explain the origins of their human existence on earth and to interpret their environment.
Author : History Brought Alive
Publisher : Thomas William
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 104 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)
Download or read book Japanese History: Explore The Magnificent History, Culture, Mythology, Folklore, Wars, Legends, Great Achievements & More Of Japan written by History Brought Alive and published by Thomas William. This book was released on 2022-08-02 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Japan Has Seen The Rise & Fall of Emperors, Samurai Warriors, Isolation, Expansion, Defeat, Rebirth & much more.. In this book we explore the magnificent history of Japan from it’s early origins to its rise as a modern super power. Japanese history is rich in culture, legends, characters, mythology and remains one of the most interesting histories in the world. In this book you will understand why the Japanese are so proud, how Japan came to be and much more. While there are many books that explore Japan’s unique history, few are enjoyable. These books can also be hopelessly dry, overly academic, and just downright difficult to follow. Fortunately, this isn’t one of those books. In the pages that follow, you’ll find well written and accurate information without bias. This concise history will respect your time by getting right to the point and giving you what you came to learn. Inside you will discover: Samurai - Who were they, their code + why their legacy lasts to this day The Evolution of Buddhism in Japan & Spiritual Insights Classical Japan (Nara and Heian Periods) & Other Famous Periods Famous Castles - Nagashino Castle, Inabayama Castle & Warrior Monks! A Dark Chapter, Japan and the Axis Powers in World War 2 The Curse of Masakado & The Haunted Grave of a Samurai's Head in Tokyo The Genpei War - The Rise of The Samurai & Battles with Mongol Invasions Colourful Myths & Legends - learn these to truly understand the Japanese people & their culture And much, much more… Whether you're a history enthusiast or just a curious reader..inside you will discover a wealth of Japanese cultural history, mythology and more. So if you want to find out more about Japanese History then this is The Book for You
Author : Jan Knappert
Publisher : Thorsons Publishers
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 278 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (321 download)
Download or read book The Aquarian Guide to African Mythology written by Jan Knappert and published by Thorsons Publishers. This book was released on 1990 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Africa : the most distinctive land mass on the surface of the earth. Yet for all its majesty it is a country whose historical and religious wealth remains a mystery to all but a very few of Western observers. How many people know anything at all about pre-Colonial Africa? The Aquarian Guide to African Mythology is the first comprehensive overview of the beliefs, myths and cosmology of African peoples. It deals not only with traditional stories woven around a pantheon of gods and mythical figures but also with legends, fables and more general subjects that played a part in African mythology and African life. The wide range of entries include religious concepts, prophets, the best-known tribes, mystical phenomena, spirits and demons, and the many animals that played such a large part in African mythology. Dr Jan Knappert's alphabetical guide is founded on his many years of personal experience in Africa. Its very accessible style makes it ideal not only as a reference work for students of anthropology but as a sample for general readers wishing to dip in and be informed on any subject that appeals to them. The book is illustrated with examples of African art.
Author : Roman Rosenbaum
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 041569423X
Total Pages : 298 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (156 download)
Download or read book Manga and the Representation of Japanese History written by Roman Rosenbaum and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This edited collection explores how graphic art and in particular Japanese manga represent Japanese history. The articles explore the representation of history in manga from disciplines that include such diverse fields as literary studies, politics, history, cultural studies, linguistics, narratology, and semiotics. Despite this diversity of approaches all academics from these respective fields of study agree that manga pose a peculiarly contemporary appeal that transcends the limitation imposed by traditional approaches to the study and teaching of history. The representation of history via manga in Japan has a long and controversial historiographical dimension. Thereby manga and by extension graphic art in Japanese culture has become one of the world's most powerful modes of expressing contemporary historical verisimilitude. The contributors to this volume elaborate how manga and by extension graphic art rewrites, reinvents and re-imagines the historicity and dialectic of bygone epochs in postwar and contemporary Japan. Manga and the Representation of Japanese History will be of interest to students and scholars of Asian studies, Asian history, Japanese culture and society, as well as art and visual culture
Author : History Brought Alive
Publisher : History Brought Alive
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)
Download or read book History of Asia: Explore The Magnificent Histories, Culture, Mythology, Folklore, Wars, Legends, Stories, Achievements & More of China, Japan & India: 3 Books in 1 written by History Brought Alive and published by History Brought Alive. This book was released on 101-01-01 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: History, Mythology & More From The World’s Most Interesting Civilizations Join us on a discovery from the ancient origins to the present days of the most fascinating civilizations in Asia. Included in this Amazing 3 Book Collection are: The History of China: A Concise Introduction to Chinese History, Culture, Dynasties, Mythology, Great Achievements & More. History of India: A Concise Introduction to Indian History, Culture, Mythology, Religion, Gandhi, Characters, Empires, Achievements & More. Japanese History: Explore The Magnificent History, Culture, Mythology, Folklore, Wars, Legends, Great Achievements & More Of Japan. These civilizations all feature a history rich in culture, legends, characters, mythology and remain some of the most interesting in the world. In the pages that follow, you’ll find three books all with well written and accurate information without bias. We strive to offer you a refreshing read with reliable, well-referenced information. Inside you will discover The Five Major Eras of Ancient China + The Modern Age Ancient India - Discover the fantastic early civilizations and empires. Plus the cultural takeaways and perceptions from ancient times. Samurai - Who were they, their code + why their legacy lasts to this day Chinese Innovations, World Firsts & Important Inventions The Cultural Revolution - How Mao Zedong and the Communist Party Began Transforming China A Dark Chapter, Japan and the Axis Powers in World War 2 India & The Freedom Struggle - Led by the greats of Gandhi, Bhagat Singh, Subhash Chandra Bose, and so on. Colourful Myths & Legends - learn these to truly understand the Japanese people & their culture And much, much more…. So if you want to find out more about The History of China, Japan and India then start reading this special 3 books in 1 bundle now!
Author : Jun'ichi Isomae
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134949081
Total Pages : 201 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (349 download)
Download or read book Japanese Mythology written by Jun'ichi Isomae and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-04-08 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Before the westernisation of Japan, mythological events were treated as national history. Two key documents have contributed to this history, both written over 1300 years ago: 'Kojiki', the Tale of Old Age, and 'Nihonshoki', the Chronicle of Japanese History. Both the Imperial Court and the general public searched for the origin of their identity in these documents, which took on the central and sacred role of scripture. Through the act of commentary and interpretation, the sacred books connected interpreters to their historical origins, authenticating where they came from, the emergence of the Japanese archipelago, and the uniqueness of the Japanese people. 'Japanese Mythology' explores the nation's attraction to this act of historical grounding and the varying identities that emerged during different historical periods. The study reveals that, rather than having any clear and unified substance, Japanese mythology has always been the result of a nostalgic desire to retrieve historical origins.
Author : Julie Nelson Davis
Publisher : University of Hawaii Press
ISBN 13 : 0824889339
Total Pages : 225 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (248 download)
Download or read book Picturing the Floating World written by Julie Nelson Davis and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 2021-08-31 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today we think of ukiyo-e—“the pictures of the floating world”—as masterpieces of Japanese art, highly prized throughout the world. Yet it is often said that ukiyo-e were little appreciated in their own time and were even used as packing material for ceramics. In Picturing the Floating World, Julie Nelson Davis debunks this myth and demonstrates that ukiyo-e was thoroughly appreciated as a field of artistic production, worthy of connoisseurship and canonization by its contemporaries. Putting these images back into their dynamic context, she shows how consumers, critics, and makers produced and sold, appraised and collected, and described and recorded ukiyo-e. She recovers this multilayered world of pictures in which some were made for a commercial market, backed by savvy entrepreneurs looking for new ways to make a profit, while others were produced for private coteries and high-ranking connoisseurs seeking to enrich their cultural capital. The book opens with an analysis of period documents to establish the terms of appraisal brought to ukiyo-e in late eighteenth-century Japan, mapping the evolution of the genre from a century earlier and the development of its typologies and the creation of a canon of makers—both of which have defined the field ever since. Organized around divisions of major technological and aesthetic developments, the book reveals how artistic practice and commercial enterprise were intertwined throughout ukiyo-e’s history, from its earliest imagery through the twentieth century. The depiction of particular subjects in and for the floating world of urban Edo and the process of negotiating this within the larger field of publishing are examined to further ground ukiyo-e as material culture, as commodities in a mercantile economy. Picturing the Floating World offers a new approach: a critical yet accessible analysis of the genre as it was developed in its social, cultural, and political milieu. The book introduces students, collectors, and enthusiasts to ukiyo-e as a genre under construction in its own time while contributing to our understanding of early modern visual production.
Author : Charles L Yates
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136160442
Total Pages : 251 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (361 download)
Download or read book Saigo Takamori - The Man Behind the Myth written by Charles L Yates and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-10-12 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1995. This volume looks at the samurai character of Saigo Takamori, a central character in the novel and television series called 'Tobu ga gotoku' (as if to fly) based on Shiba Ryotaro's novel, which was aired on Japan's public television network NHK. Shiba's main focus in the novel if on the early development of Japan's domestic politics, and on the emergence in that context of widespread discontent toward the policies of the Meiji government among the samurai class, leading eventually to a series of armed rebellions between 1874 and 1877.
Author : Daryl Peavy
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 0557183707
Total Pages : 234 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (571 download)
Download or read book Kings, Magic, and Medicine written by Daryl Peavy and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2010-02-04 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The dynamics of Traditional African Medicine/Magic, kings, mystical warriors,and priests on the rise of the Great Benin empire.
Author : Egbe Ifie
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 336 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 ( download)
Download or read book African Culture and Mythology written by Egbe Ifie and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Andrew Dalby
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1408102145
Total Pages : 754 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (81 download)
Download or read book Dictionary of Languages written by Andrew Dalby and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2015-10-28 with total page 754 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering the political, social and historical background of each language, Dictionary of Languages offers a unique insight into human culture and communication. Every language with official status is included, as well as all those that have a written literature and 175 'minor' languages with special historical or anthropological interest. We see how, with the rapidly increasing uniformity of our culture as media's influence spreads, more languages have become extinct or are under threat of extinction. The text is highlighted by maps and charts of scripts, while proverbs, anecdotes and quotations reveal the features that make a language unique.
