Japanese Fairy World by William Elliot Griffis
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About this eBook
| Author | Griffis, William Elliot, 1843-1928 |
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| Illustrator | Ozawa |
| Title |
Japanese Fairy World Stories from the Wonder-Lore of Japan |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Delphine Lettau, Jen Haines and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Japanese Fairy World" by William Elliot Griffis is a collection of traditional Japanese folk tales written in the late 19th century. This work presents a selection of stories that focus on themes of wonder, heroism, and morality through enchanting narratives, resembling a child's fable collection. Griffis aims to exclude darker elements often present in folklore, making these stories suitable for children and a wider audience. The opening of the book sets the stage by discussing its purpose and the selection process of the tales. The author reflects on his experiences in Japan and his fascination with the country's rich folklore, which he hopes to share with American readers. He introduces the first pair of stories: the tale of the Star Lovers, a celebration of love and longing, and the amusing journey of two frogs, which tests their understanding of the world beyond their surroundings. These stories not only illustrate cultural aspects of Japan but also hint at the whimsical nature of the collection, inviting readers into a world where magic and morality intertwine. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Folklore -- Japan |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29337 |
| Release Date | Jul 6, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 277 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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