{"product_id":"myths-of-china-and-japan-donald-a-mackenzie-9781162767680","title":"Myths Of China And Japan","description":"Myths of China and Japan is a book written by Donald A. MacKenzie that explores the rich and fascinating mythology of these two ancient cultures. The book is divided into two parts, with the first section focusing on Chinese mythology and the second section focusing on Japanese mythology. The book begins with an introduction to the history and culture of China and Japan, providing context for the myths and legends that are to follow. From there, the author delves into the creation myths of both cultures, exploring the stories of the gods and goddesses who shaped the world and the creatures that inhabit it. The book also explores the myths surrounding important figures such as Confucius and Buddha, as well as the legends of heroes and heroines who battled demons and monsters. The author also examines the role of mythology in Chinese and Japanese society, and how it has influenced art, literature, and religion throughout history. Throughout the book, MacKenzie provides detailed and engaging retellings of these ancient myths, bringing them to life for modern readers. With its comprehensive coverage of Chinese and Japanese mythology, Myths of China and Japan is an essential read for anyone interested in these rich and complex cultures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Donald A. MacKenzie\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1162767685\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781162767680\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Kessinger Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/10\/2010\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 486\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.42lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.98d","brand":"Donald A. MacKenzie","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48518047498495,"sku":"9781162767680","price":40.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_014e0e50-9ba1-4ccc-ba4c-4b9923f9cd26.jpg?v=1778733420","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/myths-of-china-and-japan-donald-a-mackenzie-9781162767680","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}