JAPANESE MYTHS: A GUIDE TO GODS HEROES AND SPIRITS (HB)

This is a smart and succinct guide to the rich tradition of Japanese mythology, from the earliest recorded legends of Izanagi and Izanami to medieval tales of vengeful ghosts and the modern-day reincarnation of ancient deities as the heroes of mecha anime. It not only retells the ancient stories but also considers their place within the patterns of Japanese religions, culture and history, helping readers to understand the deep links between past and present in Japan, and the ways these myths live and grow.