{"product_id":"japanese-mythology-jim-barrow-9798342622592","title":"Japanese Mythology: Monsters, Spirits, and Powerful Deities. A Journey Through the Myths and Legends of Ancient Japan","description":"\u003cb\u003eJapanese Mythology: A Journey into the Depths of Japan's Tradition of Myths and Legends\u003c\/b\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jim Barrow\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798342622592\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/10\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 176\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.54lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d","brand":"Jim Barrow","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46420538065151,"sku":"9798342622592","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_e93d3357-af87-42b3-9eed-d7fc98aabe15.jpg?v=1734634927","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/japanese-mythology-jim-barrow-9798342622592","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}