Nihongi V2: Chronicles Of Japan From The Earliest Times To A. D. 697 (1896) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169792173)

Nihongi V2: Chronicles Of Japan From The Earliest Times To A. D. 697 (1896) is a comprehensive historical account of Japan, written by William George Aston. This book is the second volume of the Nihongi series and covers the period from the reign of Emperor Ojin to the reign of Emperor Tenmu. The book provides a detailed and fascinating account of the history, culture, and traditions of Japan during this period. It covers topics such as the establishment of the imperial dynasty, the introduction of Buddhism to Japan, the rise of the Yamato clan, and the wars and conflicts that shaped the country's history. Aston's work is based on the Nihon Shoki, one of the oldest historical records of Japan, and he provides a detailed analysis of the text, making it accessible to modern readers. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Japanese history and culture.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.

Author: William George Aston
ISBN-10: 1169792170
ISBN-13: 9781169792173
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 450
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.92lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 1.00d