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Liked It “I love this book uncontrollably. I found that I took to this like a sweet tooth takes to cotton candy, and I couldn't bear to go more than a few hours without reading at least a couple of stories. It perfectly captures the spirit and mysticism of Japan, and I really appreciated the introduction...” see full review » see other reviews » |
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“I love this book uncontrollably. I found that I took to this like a sweet tooth takes to cotton candy, and I couldn't bear to go more than a few hours without reading at least a couple of stories. It perfectly captures the spirit and mysticism of Japan, and I really appreciated the introduction that helped lay out the system and lifestyle of the ancient Japanese. It was very helpful in making the stories easier to understand. A perfect book if, like me, you're looking to tap into the mythology of ancient Japan and what they believed in.”
Stella Nox wrote this review Wednesday, October 7 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“The tales in this book are not folktales or legends, but rather literary tales in the same mode as the above but written down in earlier time periods than most Japanese folktales seem to be set in. Some are exciting and flavorful, but others are sort of bland. Still, this book is well worth having. There are a lot of interesting stories, which show different aspects of historical Japan's way of looking at the world, both social and natural. ”
Michael wrote this review Wednesday, August 29 2007. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Anyone with a casual interest in mythology would enjoy this book. It's a glimpse into the social conciousness of China 900ad. These stories range from hollywood sized premises to annecdotal fables. I felt a connection with the people who developed these tales. There is a humane, humour and good will behind the characters that reaches beyond the jaded modern skepticism of the hero. Because of this I found the book as a whole profoundly meaningful. You must read the introduction to inform your reading!”
arcology wrote this review Tuesday, July 10 2007. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
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